Senior Software Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer
Job ID: 17131
Location: West Chicago, IL, US
Full/Part Time:
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Line of Business:Epsilon

About the Opportunity
The Sr. Software Engineer is responsible for the implementation of software development initiatives. This includes defining, developing, testing, analysing and maintaining new software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements.

Responsibilities
* Collaborate with other developers, project managers and business analysts in conceptualizing and developing new software applications and enhancements.
* Assist in the definition, development, and documentation of software's business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments.
* Maintain a current awareness of technological developments and trends as it relates to Web architecture, databases, development and tools.
* Responsible for developing estimates on related project work
* Work with the Front End design team, tech leads, architects, web developers, project managers, business analysts and QA analysts to achieve business and functional requirements.
* Cooperate with the Quality Assurance team to define test cases, metrics, and resolution guidelines.
* Clearly communicate problem/resolution process to project management

Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree (and/or 7+ years equivalent work experience) in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science (CS), Software Engineering, or a related discipline required.
* 5+ years of overall IT/software development experience with at least 3 years of recent and relevant experience as an application architect
* 5+ years of web application development experience in Object Oriented languages with experience in software methodology best practices
* 5+ years of C# development experience required
* 5+ years of ASP.NET development experience required
* 5+ years' experience working with relational databases required
* 2+ years of MS SQL Server experience
* TFS experience preferred
* Expertise in the Microsoft platform including C#, Visual Studio, ASP.NET 2.0 or later and Microsoft SQL Server (including developing stored procedures) is required.
* Advanced Microsoft certifications are a plus.
* Must have proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Solid working knowledge of current Internet technologies required.
* Must have an understanding and experience with Object Oriented Analysis and design practices (Object modelling, use cases, activity diagrams, and UML).
* Strong object-oriented design and development skills are required.
* Must have the ability to work well within a team environment.
* The ability to work within tight deadlines and effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is required.
* Good communication skills (verbal and written) are a must.
* A solid understanding of coding methods and best practices is required.
* Must be flexible and adaptable in regards to learning and understanding new technologies.
* Must be highly self-motivated and directed.

Compensation and Benefits
Alliance Data and Epsilon/Aspen offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive selection of benefit options including 401(k).

Conditions of Employment
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background checks.

About Us
Aspen Marketing Services, a leading global marketing services firm and division of Epsilon, builds long-term relationships with clients, many of which are in the Fortune 100, through impactful programs built to engage, sell and retain. Clients benefit from Aspen's comprehensive portfolio of in-house marketing capabilities, including digital marketing, advanced analytics, direct marketing, experiential and event marketing, word-of-mouth and multi-cultural marketing. To learn more about Aspen, please visit our website