Software Engineer - CORE Programmer @ Orange County's Credit Union - Santa Ana, CA

• Perform application design, development and maintenance activities supporting our core banking platform (e.g., PowerOn programs including Symforms, batch reports and SymXchange) and other enterprise applications.
• Partner with Technical Business Analyst and business subject matter experts to translate business requirements into technical solutions while applying technical knowledge and strong business acumen.

• Participate in continuous and incremental refactoring efforts through the code review process with other Software Engineers.
• Develop and maintain engineering specifications for software programs and applications.

• Participate in efforts to share technology expertise and train / mentor others in the use of technologies and development processes.
• Collaborate with IT team to troubleshoot complex problems, support issue resolution and provide after-hours production support as needed.
• Utilize technology to streamline processes at every opportunity while improving organizational efficiencies.

• Assess requirements specifications, and provide accurate level of effort estimates.
• Apply knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service.

• Consistently practice the Service Philosophy of “Put People First” by exercising the Connect, Discover, Deliver & Wow components in every encounter with internal and external members, and creating extraordinary experiences.

• Exhibit the Leaders at All Levels concept of Leading yourself, Leading Up, Leading across Teams, and Leading the Team.
• Utilize personal Strengths to contribute to the Team and the Credit Union success, and exercise awareness of, and utilize the strengths of others.
• Possess knowledge of, and comply with Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).

• Effectively convey information. Communicate with immediate supervisor and the team keeping others advised of progress and/or situations.
• Display behavior that matches the value of Mutual Respect by relating favorably at all levels within the organization.
• Support and contribute to the Credit Union’s strategic plan, mission, vision, and values.
• Maintain good housekeeping, safety and security measures.
• Display professional appearance.
• Utilize stress in a productive manner and work well under pressure.
• Cooperate with supervisor and with other Credit Union Associates. Project goodwill and a positive Credit Union image.
• Comply with all Orange County’s Credit Union policies, service standards, safety standards, procedural guidelines, and regulatory compliance, and complete all assigned training.
• Have regular and predictable attendance which is essential.
• Care for equipment and follow proper guidelines for use.

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  Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physics or related technical field.

• Must have strong software development skills (design, implementation, and testing) and be able to adopt new programming languages quickly.
• Good understanding of Agile software development and DevSecOps practices.
• Working knowledge of code repository and version control (such as Git).
• Ability to solve complex requirements with straight forward, elegant solutions.
• Knowledge of development platform / programming languages such as .NET, C#, JavaScript and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React) highly preferred.
• Working experience of integration framework / architecture such as API, micro-services (REST / SOAP or JSON / XML) preferred.
• Some relational database experience is a plus (such as Microsoft SQL Server).
• Experience in a financial institution is a plus.

• Thorough understanding of state and federal regulations as they relate to credit union.
• Knowledge of credit union rules, regulations, and policies.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing and excellent telephone manner.
• Ability to speak and hear to give and receive instructions and information to others in person and over the telephone. Other language skills helpful.
• Intermediate to advanced personal computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft programs and other leading business/collaboration tools.
• Ability to accurately perform mathematical calculations.

• Good memory, knowledge retention skills, and ability to multi-task, prioritize projects and duties effectively.
• Excellent follow-through skills, member relations skills, and sound business judgment.
• Ability to interface in with others in a positive and professional manner.
• Goal-oriented with a desire to work in a fast-paced and results-driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed when necessary as well as the ability to work and accomplish goals in a team environment.

• Vision sufficient to read instructions, procedures, source documents, reports, files, and information on video display terminals.
• Manual dexterity to write and operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer.
• Body mobility to move to and from different work areas to access materials to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to bend and stoop to reach files/shelves including the strength to lift and carry materials up to 20 pounds, also to pull and push open file cabinet drawers. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

The targeted hourly range is $36.55 - $54.83. Final offer will be determined based on experience, education, training/certifications and specialized skills.

We perform thorough background checks, credit checks and pre-employment drug screening. EOE