Software engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Software Engineers document this process through the use of diagrams and flowcharts, developing computer instructions through the use of algorithms. Given the breadth of the role, a Software Engineer must have a thorough understanding of computer systems, in order to recognize any hardware limitations that could impact software design. A typical Software Engineer job description includes:

Improving system quality by identifying issues and common patterns, and developing standard operating procedures

Enhancing applications by identifying opportunities for improvement, making recommendations, and designing and implementing systems

Maintaining and improving existing codebases and peer review code changes

Liaising with colleagues to implement technical designs

Investigating and using new technologies where relevant

Providing written knowledge transfer material