Software Dev Engineer 2- Power Platform/Azure(5-yr, fixed-term)

The Software Development Engineer 2 is an intermediate-level, professional role responsible for developing and maintaining software source code to support a solution under the supervision of an assigned technical lead. This position also analyzes, de-bugs, tests, modifies and documents technologies and applications. This role requires the effective use of advanced AI techniques, including multi-agent orchestration and spec-driven development across technical assignments. As a member of a development team, the individual will receive specific work direction, most often from more senior software developers or assigned technical lead. The individual will be expected to solve moderately complex technical issues and complete programming tasks with limited supervision. This is an individual contributor role.

This is a 5-year fixed-term position.

This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.

We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.

• Participate in the analysis of functional requirements

• Participate in the mapping of functional requirements to technical designs

• Provide estimates for development tasks

• Develop source code and unit tests according to technical designs

• Participate in code reviews

• Contribute to technical documentation

• Apply AI tools and techniques to accelerate, improve, and enhance the quality of work across all listed responsibilities

• Participate in the Incident Management process and fix defects on a 24/7 basis

• Comply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure all others are doing the same

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

• Two years of relevant professional experience

• Strong understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies and principles

• Clear and accurate written communication skills and great attention to detail

• Intermediate skills in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology

• Conceptual understanding of systems and subsystems

• Familiarity with Cloud Based Platforms and services

• Practical understanding of DevSecOps

• Familiarity with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery principles

• Significant experience using AI in the role of an agent orchestrator and use of spec-driven development techniques

• Experience understanding, troubleshooting, debugging, and enhancing complex Power Platform applications, including C# plugins, cloud flows, canvas apps, and custom components

• Azure DevOps experience for complex Power Platform applications

• Experience with Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, Azure Application Insights

• Basic knowledge of applicable software, computer languages, and code to perform the responsibilities of the role

• Demonstrated aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages

• This job operates in a professional environment

• To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment

Preferred:

• Professional experience with large-scale systems including strong experience in the tools, methodologies, and technologies the role supports
• Strong understanding of computer systems; experience in the tools, methodologies, and technologies the role supports

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.