Principal software engineer

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our highly dynamic team developing machine control solutions for our high-performance mailing solutions. We are looking for high energy team players with strong initiative and a can-do attitude. Candidates must have good project management skills and be able to prioritize, multitask and collaborate effectively in a fast paced, multidisciplinary group environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Work as part of or lead multidisciplinary teams of engineers to gather requirements, architect, design, implement and deploy real-time software to control high speed mail processing equipment.
• Coordination of deliverables that affect multiple projects or products.
• Define, perform or guide all aspects of system level testing and utilize results to improve solution performance.
• Capable of leading cross functional project teams on high-risk projects to success against critical deadlines.
• Plan and maintain project schedules, ensure solutions meet all requirements and are delivered within specified timeframes and budget allocations.
• Collaborate closely with project team members, product management and internal and external partners.

Required Qualifications

• 10 years of experience with large scale, object-oriented software design & development over the full life cycle process.
• 8 years software development with strong C++ programming skills.
• Experience designing software controls for mechatronic systems.
• Experience with real-time operating systems, such as RTX.
• Proficiency using a systems level approach to developing solutions.
• Superior analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Proven troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex system level problems, including mechanical and electrical issues under tight timeframes.
• Experience working with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience in software quality assurance and testing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to converse with engineers and non-engineers of diverse backgrounds and present to senior management.
• BS or MS Degree in Computer Science or related discipline.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Java, C#, .NET, ASP.net.
• Knowledge of web based service architecture and application development.
• Experience with database technologies including SQLServer and Oracle.
• Knowledge of network protocols, hardware and standards.
• Experience with motion control and servo motor control.
• Knowledge of mailing and paper handling applications.