Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid)

SGS is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a hybrid role based in Farmingdale, NY. The position focuses on the design, delivery, and ongoing support of complex in-house laboratory software applications, primarily developed in C# and WPF. The role requires on-site work in Farmingdale, NY at least two days per week, with a salary range of USD 90,000 to 115,000 per year.

Responsibilities

• Lead development initiatives to deliver new functionality and enhanced features for internal and external customers.
• Design, write, test, and document new systems or improvements to existing ones, accompanied by appropriate documentation.
• Apply established software engineering principles across design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of software.
• Manage and execute the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Create flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to capture requirements and potential solutions.
• Produce well-structured, testable code.
• Provide implementation and post-implementation support by programming or configuring enhancements to new or packaged systems and applications.
• Develop specifications and assess operational feasibility.
• Integrate software components into cohesive, functional systems.
• Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
• Oversee the development of test data, system testing, and documentation for all SDLC phases.
• Conduct quality assurance on relevant functionality.
• Document and maintain software functionality; review and update technical specifications and documentation.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Deploy programs and collect and evaluate user feedback.
• Ensure software remains updated with the latest features.
• May supervise user training on operating procedures for the application.
• Comply with project plans, industry standards, and internal policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned and may assume a team lead role for the work group or projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline (Required).
• 7+ years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in a senior software engineering role.
• Strong expertise in the C# compiled language.
• Proven experience developing desktop applications using C# with WPF and WinForms.
• Solid understanding of software engineering principles, frameworks, and technologies.
• Direct experience gathering and analyzing end user requirements.
• Desktop application development in a team setting using MS Azure DevOps; experience providing internal and external client support.
• Proficient problem solving and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with software design patterns, data encapsulation, and object oriented design.
• Experience with functional programming concepts and unit testing.
• Knowledge of data structures and operating system internals, with a focus on Windows environments.
• Demonstrated software development experience in computational science, engineering, computer science, or applied mathematics.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical reasoning, problem-solving abilities, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with keen attention to detail.
• Project management skills and ability to manage complex initiatives.

Technologies

• C#, WPF, WinForms, .NET, .NET Core
• ASP.NET, Angular
• Entity Framework, SQL, Relational databases
• MS Azure DevOps
• DAQ (Data Acquisition) devices

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: 401(k) with company match, immediate vesting upon enrollment.
• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and family leave.