Backend Developer

About Us

Patterson Technology Center is a leading provider of software solutions for the dental industry.

Salary Range

$140,000 - $160,000 per year.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team at Patterson Technology Center. As a key member of our internal platform services team, you will design, develop, test, and maintain complex software services in support of Patterson Dental software applications.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for:

1. Leading the design and implementation of software features that meet the needs of our customers;
2. Collaborating with product owners, developers, and other team members to conceptualize and develop new or existing software applications;
3. Refining the definition and prioritization of technical initiatives and development work items;
4. Mentoring new team members and associate engineers in a group mentoring environment;
5. Contributing to the design, development, and optimization of software assets to enhance functionality and/or performance of company applications;
6. Participating in the identification, triage, and remediation of unit tests, QA, and production issues.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a combination of equivalent education and experience;
2. 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer with expertise in C#, .NET Framework, and .NET Core;
3. Experience with microservices, RESTful APIs, messaging, event-driven design, and service architectures;
4. Strong analytical skills, with excellent problem-solving abilities;
5. A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design;
6. Strong skills in object-oriented design and software development best practices;
7. Understanding of secure coding methods and best practices;
8. Understanding of best practices for building applications with peak performance and reliability.