Associate Software Engineer

5 Months ago • All levels

Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

The Associate Software Engineer works in the field of Software Engineering, focusing on the development, maintenance, and optimization of software solutions and applications. Responsibilities include analyzing and solving software engineering problems using scientific methods, participating in research, design, development, and maintenance, exercising original thought and judgment, and potentially supervising other software engineers. The engineer is expected to develop their skills and expertise within the software engineering discipline, collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and work towards meeting standard software engineer expectations. This is an entry-level role requiring a foundational understanding of programming concepts, software design, and development principles. The engineer is expected to work under supervision and produce accurate and reliable results, seeking feedback and managing their career with support.

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Job Description

Works in the area of Software Engineering, which encompasses the development, maintenance and optimization of software solutions/applications.
1. Applies scientific methods to analyse and solve software engineering problems.
2. He/she is responsible for the development and application of software engineering practice and knowledge, in research, design, development and maintenance.
3. His/her work requires the exercise of original thought and judgement and the ability to supervise the technical and administrative work of other software engineers.
4. The software engineer builds skills and expertise of his/her software engineering discipline to reach standard software engineer skills expectations for the applicable role, as defined in Professional Communities.
5. The software engineer collaborates and acts as team player with other software engineers and stakeholders.

Job Description - Grade Specific

Is the entry level in Software Engineering with a foundational understanding on programming concepts, software design and software development principles. Consistently works to direction with reducing supervision, producing accurate and reliable results. They are expected to be eager to learn and know when to ask questions and check for understanding. Understands and follows work processes. Is aware of costs related to own work. Organises own time to deliver against tasks set by others with a short term horizon. Works co-operatively with others to achieve team goals and has a direct and positive impact on project performance. Actively seeking feedback to improve and starting to manage own career with support.