Software Engineer I

Summary Statement: Working with a diverse team, you will play an integral role in designing, developing, and supporting our business critical applications, while mentoring associate engineers on software development best practices in an effort to deliver our next generation of innovative applications to our customers Catalyst AI™ is an industry first platform that allows customers to compare, diagnose and manage their fleets using the power of data science and Penske’s deep business knowledge. This game-changing technology lets customers get apples-to-apples comparisons instead of static, aggregated industry benchmarks. Penske is the first to solve this need by leveraging AI and machine learning, robust fleet data, and our unique view on maintenance. This technology not only streamlines the fleet benchmarking process, but also delivers actionable, data-driven recommendations tailored to each customer's unique needs. In this role, you will support Catalyst AI and all the future generations of the product. Working with a diverse team, you will lead the technical design of complex components that support our business critical applications, while mentoring other developers on best practices in an effort to deliver our next generation of innovative solutions to our customers. What You Will Be Doing: As an Angular Developer (Software Engineer I), you will participate in all aspects of the Software Development lifecycle by supporting existing software development efforts and troubleshooting issues as they occur while also developing new software modules across multiple small to medium projects concurrently. You will have an opportunity to lead the design of certain software components and suggest new products, applications and features based on industry and technological trends and advances. You will also consult with process owners in reviewing, interpreting & developing systems in accordance with user requirements. Finally, you will get an opportunity to work with a diverse team and mentor junior software engineers. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years’ developing applications with experience in the following areas: Angular (v2.0 or Greater) Typescript, HTML/HTML5, CSS, JavaScript Responsive/Adaptive Design Experience (Desktop and Mobile) Project Lead/Technical Project Management Reviewing code from junior level and/or offshore/remote programmers or external vendors Systems monitoring and general support of application In addition, it would be a plus if the candidate also had experience with: Java, React, JQuery, Spring, myBatis, WebServices/Restful API, XML/JSON Relational Database Design Oracle, iSeries DB2, and MS SQL Server database experience SQL - Experience in writing optimized complex SQL statements NodeJS, Swagger, Postman Gulp, Maven, GIT, BitBucket, JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo, Artifactory UML Splunk or other log analyzers Elastic Search Microsoft Office and Visio Penske Responsibilities: Be the primary contact and lead support associate for multiple applications Play a critical role in supporting the application lifecycle (design, develop, test, release and support) based on detailed requirements and guidance from senior engineers/leads Collaborate with technical/business leaders and product owners to acquire and understand requirements / acceptance criteria Develop, maintain, test, analyze performance, troubleshoot / fix applications and applicable code Support mission critical applications and assist in the resolution of customer issues Design backend database schemas Produce deliverables with clean, well-documented and easily maintainable code that adheres to defined coding standards Write unit / UI tests to identify defects and leverage CI/CD for building and deploying code Triage production issues and work with multiple teams to perform problem analysis Assign and review tasks from junior and offshore software engineers Participate in conducting new hire interviews Influence the discovery and decision-making process when changes to standards and technology are required (tools, conventions and design patterns) Provides support to the business by responding to user questions, concerns, and issues (for example, technical feasibility, implementation strategies Assign and monitor tasks to junior and offshore team members Provides support to the business by responding to user questions, concerns, and issues (for example, technical feasibility, implementation strategies) Other projects as assigned Penske Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent years of software development experience 5-7 years’ experience of appropriate programming languages Knowledge of technical project management Knowledge of appropriate design frameworks and patterns and experience in implementing them in software development Knowledge of industry wide technology strategies and best practices Experience in relational database design Knowledge and experience of the agile software development methodology Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues Ability to research emerging software development frameworks and tools Ability to estimate and medium to large sized projects Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of full software development lifecycle Some background in DevOps Tools and automation Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required. Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. -The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines. -While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg. -Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more. Job Category: Information Technology Job Function: Software Engineering Job Family: Information Technology Address: 100 Gundy Drive Primary Location: US-PA-Reading Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID: 2413137