VSolvit is searching for an Applications Engineer 1 with experience in Kafka and C#. . If you are experienced in these technologies, we would like to speak to you. This is a 100% remote position, and starts immediately.

An Applications Engineer 1 (Apps) works to configure, integrate, and deploy applications supporting the customers’ requirements. Their work includes collaborating with customers, product managers and engineers as part of a team to gather requirements before executing coding / configuration activities.

An Applications Engineer 1 is expected to be proficient in core software development principles and methodologies. They must be able to assist in breaking requirements down into modules and functions that are consistent with the established enterprise architecture. Applications Engineer 1 is also able to quickly identify and resolve application issues and make recommendations to improve performance and reliability.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to typical working hours, meeting deadlines, following customer company and policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor, and staying focused on the assigned tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Gather and assist in evaluating user requirements in collaboration with customers, product managers and engineers
• Review requirements and assist in developing accurate estimates
• Configure applications to customer requirements
• Develop well-structured code with appropriate documentation
• Assist in testing developed code to minimize any discrepancies
• Remain abreast of new developments in core technologies
• Generate and maintain project documents using appropriate team tools. Ensures tickets are updated in a timely manner
• Follows established software coding standards
• Support the Software Development plan (e.g. SAFe)
• Effectively communicates with customers and other team members
• Takes ownership of system and software to ensure minimal defects
• Proactively recommends alternative processes, technologies or implementations to improve system performance or reduce time and cost
• Support company proposal effort by authoring and / or reviewing technical content for various business development efforts