Digital technology has forever changed business. Now, it’s transforming tax. Soon, tax enforcement will be part of every business process - and every transaction. As governments go digital, financial systems and traditional tax software can't keep up. And, businesses now face escalating risk and mounting compliance costs. Sovos was built for the digital future of tax. The Sovos Intelligent Compliance Cloud Is the first complete solution for modern tax, combining tax determination, e-Invoicing compliance and tax reporting on Sovos' reliable, scalable and secure S1 Platform.
We are building the future of Global Compliance Software. We want you to build your future with us.
The Work You'll Do:
A Software Engineer applies a systematic approach to the development, delivery, maintenance, and operation of software products and services. This role will work with others across the business to understand customer needs and develop high value solutions. Software Engineers are accountable for the design and implementation of solutions that meet software functional and non-functional requirements and adhere to established development standards. Throughout the lifecycle, the Software Engineer is a consultant to others in their area(s) of expertise and they continually develop skills relevant to their role.
More specifically you will:
· Competent in SDLC and an active participant in all major activities (Planning, Stand Up, Story Time, etc.)
· Development skills using TDD and CI practices
· Function competently as an individual contributor, completing tasks of different sizes independently
· Collaborate with Product Managers, Product Owners, Development
Managers, Quality Assurance, Experience Design, and other technical staff to refine requirements and designs
· Participate on cross functional teams to deliver solutions from the point of inception through customer delivery
· Seize opportunities to improve processes, standards and practices
· Work as a team member and with more senior developers on complex stories & tasks
· Pair program effectively with more junior & senior developers
· Develop programs consistent with Sovos coding standards & conventions
· Competent in at least one Sovos application
· Find and update relevant documentation when developing
· Able to triage and resolve simple engineering escalations
· Work with other team members to solve complex problems
· Capable of troubleshooting issues & bugs within their application of expertise
· Lead one of our development teams - be the technical point of contact for our Product Managers and guide the team in planning our Iterations
· Ability to assist in the process of producing accurate estimations using high level requirements
· Develop and enhance the user experience of our applications
· Collaborate in a fast-paced agile environment under tight deadlines to “ship” new releases each sprint
· Take part in an active culture of learning by exploring new technologies, participating in knowledge shares, attending conferences, and collaborating with local developer bootcamps
· Implement backend business logic using Java 8
What We Need From You:
· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
· 3+ years of successfully working in a team oriented development organization
· Expertise in the following technologies and frameworks:
o Java EE/Jakarta EE
o EJB (Enterprise Java Beans)
o JPA (Java Persistence Api)
o JMS (Java Message Service)
o Web Services (SOAP, REST)
o JSF (Java Server Faces)
o JSON/XML
o Experience and understanding of CI/CD principles
o Memory usage, garbage collection, CPU usage and thread usage analysis and optimization.
o Knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies (Scrum)
o Strong analytical, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
o Strong technical documentation and verbal/written communication skills
· Essential Job Functions:
o Interact effectively with teammates, colleagues and customers
o Comprehend and communicate complex concepts
o Concentrate, analyze and resolve complex problems
o Utilize technology (e.g. phone systems, computer hardware and software applications) to fulfill work requirements
What Does Sovos Offer You?
The tools to grow your career both personally and professionally:
Did you know that over 30% of our employees experienced a promotion or job change In FY2019? That can happen because growth Is serious business here at Sovos, and we have the programs In place to make sure of it, including:
- Mentoring Programs
- Management Bootcamps and Development Trainings
- Yearly performance reviews where compensation and performance are assessed and rewarded generously
- Clear paths for growth within our roles (but we know that career development can be like a spider web, not a ladder - we give you the tools to move outside of your career as well!)
The tools to enhance your life - because we want you to enjoy your life outside of work
The challenge of working in an emerging market and solving complex problems for our clients is a large one. Businesses are struggling to keep up with the pace, volume, and complexity of regulatory requirements. In fact, 45% of CFOs say compliance is their “biggest growth challenge.” That is why over half of the Fortune 500 counts on Sovos to solve their complex business-to-government compliance challenges. Our employees work on meaningful and engaging projects that make a tangible impact on our clients’ success.
Does this sound like a fit? Apply now!
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