Engineer, Software II
Quest Diagnostics
Summary
Working as part of a small, agile team to design and implement new features and technologies. Delivering high-quality, high-performance code in an agile environment. Using, evaluating, and learning exciting new technologies that keep our products and teams on the cutting edge. As a key member of the team, this individual will help design, develop, and maintain complex JEE solutions with a focus on quality, performance, and resiliency.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Develop key product features and complex software solutions within existing large-scale enterprise applications and new strategic initiatives using preferred languages
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (QA, Business Analyst, Tech Pubs, etc.) in an Agile/Scrum team environment
- Assist with the generation and analysis of business and functional requirements for proposed software solutions
- Participate in architectural and database design discussions as they relate to product direction
- Create design specifications, documentation, and unit testing plans as defined by the Agile development process
- Complete development tasks independently as well as under direction from the product architect and development leads
- Maintain and support software solutions post-production
- Develop features completely including the front-end components and the backend systems
- Work closely with other engineers to develop the best technical design and approach for new product development
Qualifications
Required Work Experience:
- 2-3 years of professional experience in software development or technical engineering capacity
- 2+ years of experience with custom application software development using Java
Preferred Work Experience:
- 1+ years of experience using Java enterprise technologies (JEE)
Physical and Mental Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods of time
Knowledge:
- Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented (OO) design patterns, distributed databases, and data modeling techniques
- Experience in development of distributed/scalable systems and high-volume transaction applications
- Server-side technologies such as WebLogic, Messaging/MOM (JMS, MQSeries), EJB 2.0/3.0, and Web Services (SOAP, REST) preferred
- Web UI frameworks and technologies such as GWT, Spring MVC, HTML 5, CSS, Javascript, AJAX, JSON, JQuery, Backbone, Ember, AngularJS, Bootstrap preferred
- Database design and writing complex SQL in an Oracle environment preferred
- Experience in an Agile development environment utilizing the Scrum methodology preferred
- Experience with web or hosted/cloud-based applications that handle high-volume and require high-uptime and performance (preferably JEE-based) preferred
- Knowledge of healthcare messaging standards such as HL7, NCPDP, and DIRECT preferred
Skills:
- Ability to multi-task
- Analytical skills
- Ability to follow verbal or written instructions
- Thinking analytically
- Communication
- Using effective verbal communication
- Using effective written communication
- Handling stress & emotions
- Concentrating on tasks
- Making decisions
- Adjusting to change
- Examining/observing details
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Education
- Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or equivalent (Required)
Requirements
- 2-3 years of professional experience in software development or technical engineering capacity
- 2+ years of experience with custom application software development using Java
- Computer Science fundamentals in object-oriented (OO) design patterns, distributed databases, and data modeling techniques
- Experience in development of distributed/scalable systems and high-volume transaction applications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
- Ability to multi-task
- Analytical skills
- Ability to follow verbal or written instructions
- Communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Company overview
Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating one of the largest clinical laboratory networks in the United States. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, the company offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic testing services including routine blood tests, genetic testing, molecular diagnostics, and anatomic pathology. Quest serves approximately one-third of American adults and physicians annually through its network of approximately 2,250 patient service centers and extensive outreach operations. The company processes over 500,000 test requests daily, providing critical data that helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about patient care. Quest Diagnostics has been at the forefront of diagnostic innovation, developing advanced testing capabilities for cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. The company plays a vital role in public health through its participation in disease surveillance and population health management initiatives.