The Advisory Engineer, Software DSBC is a senior technical professional responsible for contributing significantly to the design, testing, development, and support of system-level solutions. This role provides technical direction and leadership in developing integrated system products. Decisions in this role directly impact project success, financial performance, schedules, and customer satisfaction. Work is performed with limited direction, and results are reviewed upon completion.
Job Duties & Responsibilities- Owns multiple components or highly complex components within a software product or solution.
- Solves complex software engineering problems using sound judgment within company standards, policies, and practices.
- Ensures design and code development incorporate modern technologies and efficient use of resources.
- Makes recommendations on priorities, design changes, enhancements, and issue resolution.
- Defines, evaluates, and implements software alternatives to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Serves as a subject matter expert for complex product issues related to mainframe software.
- Provides leadership to project teams and leads major planning activities to ensure timely, cost-effective development.
- Accountable for delivering team or departmental results, often involving cross-functional collaboration.
- Drives decisions that have a direct impact on customer satisfaction, cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
- Provides ongoing technical guidance and leadership for software development initiatives.
- Executes established software development processes and proposes improvements when appropriate.
- Participates in setting objectives that align with evolving business needs.
- Contributes to organizational goals; failure to deliver may result in significant business impact requiring additional resources.
- Ensures accurate and comprehensive project documentation is maintained.
- Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Deep professional experience in software development, system/product design, and integration—ideally within mainframe environments with 5 years of strong Mainframe Development experience.
- BS degree in Engineering or related field required.
- Strong, hands-on experience with Mainframe development (IBM i / IBM z) and Assembler is highly preferred.
- Broad application of engineering principles, concepts, and methods, with knowledge of related technical fields.
- Strong understanding of software development, product usage environments, and system integration.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive technical decisions.
- Effective communication skills, including interaction with management, customers, and occasionally executives.
- Strong analytical thinking, creativity, and judgment in developing software solutions for complex requirements.
- Experienced in improving development tools, processes, and procedures.
- Recognized as a technical authority within the team or department.
- Ability to contribute to a high-performance, collaborative team culture.
- Ability to maintain clear, concise written communication and thorough documentation.
- Must be able to manage job-related stressors and maintain acceptable performance standards.
- May work in environments with exposure to dust, fumes, or other agents following regulatory or industry guidelines.
- Flexible and adaptable to business needs, including occasional travel, overtime, and managing multiple concurrent tasks.
- Ability to learn new tools and systems quickly and take full ownership of assigned tasks.
- Must maintain positive working relationships and be open to diverse perspectives.
This job description outlines the general responsibilities and expectations for the role. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks, skills, or working conditions.
Come Create at Ricoh:
If you are seeking a team driven by passion and purpose, come create with us at Ricoh. We are a team of information seekers and customer-obsessed collaborators who aspire to deliver the services, solutions, and technologies that empower business success. We are looking for talented, inspired individuals to join us to help drive high-performance team and our commitment to excellence.
Ricoh is an integrated solutions provider and partner that connects people and technology, creates outstanding customer experiences, and delivers innovation for businesses worldwide. We empower digital workplaces by enabling individuals to work smarter from any location and harness the power of information—how it is collected, stored, managed, and shared—to unlock the potential in every organization. We deliver services and technologies that inspire our customers’ success and guide them toward a better and more sustainable future. If you are seeking a purpose-driven and passionate team, come create with us, and help drive our high-performance culture of excellence into tomorrow.
Invest in Yourself:
At Ricoh, you can:
- Choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
- Contribute to your financial security with Retirement Savings Plan (401K), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) investments.
- Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs.
- Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually
- Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness, and ongoing personal and professional development.
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