software design engineer

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Collect and document user's requirements and develop logical and physical specifications
• Research, evaluate and synthesize technical information to design, develop and test computer-based systems
• Develop data, process and network models to optimize architecture and to evaluate the performance and reliability of designs
• Plan, design and co-ordinate the development, installation, integration and operation of computer-based systems
• Assess, troubleshoot, document, upgrade and develop maintenance procedures for operating systems, communications environments and applications software
• Lead and co-ordinate teams of information systems professionals in the development of software and integrated information systems, process control software and other embedded software control systems
• Operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls

Area of specialization

• Development

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical
• Proactive
• Quick learner

Health benefits

• Health care plan