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Procom

Sacramento, CA • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Software Engineer

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada. With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest "Canadian-Owned" IT staffing/consulting company. Procom's areas of staffing expertise include: Application Development, Project Management, Quality Assurance, Business/Systems Analysis, Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence, Infrastructure & Network Services, Risk Management & Compliance, Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery, Security & Privacy Specialties, Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation), Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation), ICAP (Contractor Payroll), Flextrack (Vendor Management System).

Job Description

  • Convert/Implement GUI forms utilizing WPF and C#.
  • Interface visual forms and controls with low level hardware control libraries

Qualifications

  • PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO WORK WITH CANDIDATES ON H1B VISAS/REPRESENTED BY THIRD PARTIES
  • Solid foundation in object-oriented design principles
  • Solid experience in Microsoft.NET using C# and WPF
  • Solid experience with N-tier architecture.
  • Experience with data visualization tools.
  • Familiarity with source code control and archiving systems
  • Experience with various bus technologies and protocols such as GPIB, HPIB, I2C, TCP/IP, RS-232, and USB, for communicating with lab test equipment and communication between host computers and custom test hardware is highly desirable
  • Experience with agile software development practice, scrum, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.


Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Software Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Software Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++, as well as expertise in software development methodologies like Agile and version control systems like Git. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly are essential soft skills, along with effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. These technical and soft skills enable Software Engineers to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications, driving career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Software Engineer?

A: A Software Engineer's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Software Engineer, where they focus on coding and contributing to existing projects, then advancing to a Mid-Level Software Engineer role, where they take on more complex tasks, lead smaller projects, and mentor junior team members. As they gain experience, they can move into Senior Software Engineer positions, where they lead large-scale projects, architect software systems, and make technical decisions that impact the organization. With continued growth, Software Engineers can pursue leadership roles, such as Technical Lead or Engineering Manager, or transition into specialized areas like DevOps, Product Management, or Technical Consulting.