XA21 Senior GUI Developer - (US-FL-Melbourne - 32951)

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Jobcode: 40223563
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Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Energy
Function: Engineering/ Product Development
Location: Melbourne, FL
Job #: 615786
Posted: Sep 07, 2007 Responsibilities

This is the senior GUI development position in a team of developers dedicated to ongoing development and support of the XA/21 Energy Managment product, a critical system that monitors the transmission grid. This person will be located in Melbourne, FL.

* Contribute to the design of GUI applications as specified by the requirements with a focus on real-time, reliable, cost-effective and maintainable solutions.

* Implement and test approved GUI designs.

* Collaborate with QA to develop and execute detailed test plans.

* Support QA during product verification and system integration.

* Support project execution for product deployment and support.

* Manage and maintain XA/21 GUI source code and development systems.

* Proactively make recommendations to improve product robustness, performance, usability and maintainability of product.

* Review and update product documentation and user manuals.

* Ensure accuracy of implementation and timeliness of delivered assignments.

* Provide technical leadership for development in the GUI.

* Work closely with other members of the team to guarantee complete integration and support to assure product's integrity and safety.

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Qualifications

* Bachelors Degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering or similar engineering discipline.

A minimum of 3-5 years of UI software development experience is required, in addition to the following:

* Experience in the following areas:

o Java Servlets or other server-side development in Java.

o Apache Tomcat.

o Programming Java in UNIX, Linux and Windows environments.

o Web applications and Web services.

o Multi-user 3-Tier architecture.

o Active directory and single sign on solutions.

* Developing secure applications.

* Detailed knowledge of Object Oriented programming and design.

* Proven experience developing UIs for highly reliable, real-time systems.

* Proven experience in writing requirements specifications, detailed design documents and associated test plans for embedded UI applications.

* Well-developed problem solving skills with proven ability for root-cause analysis.

* Resourceful self-starter with demonstrated proactive work style; willing to take ownership of difficult issues and show persistence in resolving them.

* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills (candidate will communicate with remote team by phone and email).

Desired

* Experience coaching and mentoring other software developers.

* Experience in Java Swing.

* Rational tools such as RequisitePro, ClearQuest, and Rose.

* Experience with installation tools such as InstallShield.

* Knowledge of configuration management and version control systems such as ClearCase.

* Knowledge of SCADA or other control systems.

* Experience working in an ISO certified environment.

* Experience using a standard modeling language such as UML.

* Experience in data modeling (including conceptual, logical, and physical models) for mid to large software development projects.

* Knowledge of Windows security, SSL, digital certificates, smartcards, etc.

* Documentation management systems.

* Backup/restore and recovery system.

* Knowledge of 6 Sigma, Lean, or other quality programs.
General

* The position is available at the Melbourne, FL USA office of GE Energy, a division of GE Energy that provides high-tech software solutions to the electric utility, public service and telecomm industries.

* No relocation will be provided.

* You must submit your application for employment through gecareers.com to be considered.

* You must be 18 years or older.

* You must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process.

* You must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process.

* You must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

* If currently a GE employee, you must have been in your current position for at least 12 months and have at least a satisfactory performance rating.

* The United States has regulations that govern the hiring of current or former U.S. Government employees. If you currently work for (or have in the past) the U.S. Government (in any capacity), you may have certain responsibilities under these regulations and certain restrictions may apply to your potential employment with GE. Therefore, if you are contacted by GE regarding a position of employment, and you have worked for the U.S. Governme