Senior Software Engineer, Progress 4GL

QAD

Mumbai, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

12 days ago
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Company DescriptionQAD is building a world-class SaaS company, and we are growing. We are looking for talented individuals who want to join us on our mission to help solve relevant real-world problems in manufacturing and the supply chain.We are a virtual first company and your primary work experience will be virtual / working from your home. Occasional travel to a physical office may be required to enhance working relationships, collaboration, design, strategy and alignment.Job DescriptionThe Sr. Software Engineer, Progress 4GL is a critical role within our organization, focused on delivering high-quality software support to our customers and partners.As a Sr. Software Engineer you Work closely with stakeholders to ensure the sound development of QAD’s software solutions and is expected to facilitate resolution of challenges that arise during development. You will prepare technical documentation and perform unit testing. Under minimal supervision, you will perform professional software engineering functions outlined below. Complex design and programming functions are performed independently. Routinely you serve as a mentor to junior software engineers.This position is integral to the software engineering process and is expected to be able to take a leadership role within an R&D scrum team.What you’ll do:

As a senior scrum team member, performs maintenance and enhancement of new and/or existing software systems or apps, on QAD supported platforms and technologies. Interprets and applies QAD development standards to all team developments.
Leads analysis and grooming to define technical, business and customer requirements including affected programs, expected behavior, related document changes, and test scenarios.
Prepares program documentation of product components. Assists in the development of user guides, install guides and knowledge base.
Resolves and works on issues across the scrum team. Perform debugging as necessary. Effectively monitors and takes action to ensure coordination and effectiveness of all components and activities and decides on issues requiring escalation.
Mentors and facilitates the learning of junior software engineers.

QualificationsEducation / Licenses : A University or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Logistics, Production Operations/Manufacturing Management, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may also be considered.Experience : 5 plus years of experience in Progress 4GL, Open Edge. Experience from software, manufacturing, distribution, or accounting industry is preferred. Experience using and supporting any ERP (QAD, SAP, Oracle ERP, Ms Dynamics 365) or other business software applications is desired.Computer skills : Demonstrated ability to continually learn and adapt to new products and technologies. Working knowledge of (elements of) the QAD technology, platform and language stack is required (Progress, Java, Javascript/Typescript, HTML, Unix, …). Good working knowledge of Database Design for designing efficient and performant persistence solutions. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Attention to detail and robust analytical and problem-solving abilities.Communication skills : Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. This includes the ability to explain complex technical issues in a clear and understandable manner. Strong documentation skills, with the ability to accurately and effectively convey information in writing.Other knowledge : Thorough understanding of (agile) software development methodologies, design, implementation, documentation and quality assurance. Good research, analytical and design skills. Ability to evaluate how business issues may impact overall project plans.Additional Information

Your health and well being are important to us at QAD. We provide programs that help you strike a healthy work-life balance.
Opportunity to join a growing business, launching into its next phase of expansion and transformation.
Collaborative culture of smart and hard-working people who support one another to get the job done.
An atmosphere of growth and opportunity, where idea-sharing is always prioritized over level or hierarchy.
Compensation packages based on experience and desired skill set

#LI-LH1About QAD:QAD Inc. is a leading provider of adaptive, cloud-based enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies. Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by technology-driven innovation and changing consumer preferences. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be able to innovate and change business models at unprecedented rates of speed. QAD calls these companies Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises. QAD solutions help customers in the automotive, life sciences, packaging, consumer products, food and beverage, high tech and industrial manufacturing industries rapidly adapt to change and innovate for competitive advantage.QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.#LI-Remote

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