BDO USA
Senior Software Engineer - Tax Product Development
BDO USA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Software Engineer – Tax Product Development
Join BDO USA as a Senior Software Engineer in Tax Product Development. This role is essential to designing and implementing advanced tax solutions, leading Agile development efforts and mentoring junior engineers.
Job Summary The Senior Software Engineer (Senior) designs, develops, and implements highly advanced features and solutions that support the Tax practice and delivery of Tax services to clients. The role requires collaboration with team members, mentorship of junior developers, and delivery of high‑quality software products.
Responsibilities
Designs, develop, and test software solutions using advanced web and cloud‑based technologies and frameworks.
Apply modern software engineering principles across the entire software lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, unit testing, code reviews, DevOps, defect remediation, troubleshooting, and release management, focusing on scalability and performance.
Review and analyze complex business requirements to provide technical feasibility and estimates, collaborating closely with leads, business teams, clients, and other functional groups to deliver high‑quality software products.
Mentor junior engineers to enhance code quality and performance, adhering to software engineering standards and compliance, and providing guidance on best practices.
Escalate critical issues to management, implement strategies for timely resolution, and proactively identify potential risks and mitigation plans.
Formulate advanced strategies and develop proposals for software design and architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Experience
Five (5) or more years of hands‑on experience building web‑based apps using front‑end and full‑stack skills utilizing C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, TypeScript, React).
Five (5) or more years of experience in software development supporting or troubleshooting applications and cloud products.
Five (5) or more years of experience developing stored procedures and database schemas utilizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos, or other NoSQL.
Two (2) or more years of experience designing and automating CI/CD/DevOps pipelines.
Two (2) or more years of experience working with Microsoft Azure and Azure Portal.
Experience with scripting tools such as PowerShell, Graph API, Azure CLI.
Experience with monitoring tools such as App Monitoring, Application Insights, PowerBI.
Proficient in applying software engineering and object‑oriented programming principles.
Experience with software design, algorithms, data structures, data modeling, and design patterns.
Experience writing clean code, participating in code reviews, and minimizing technical debt.
Understanding of Agile solution development.
Experience analyzing business requirements and process design.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Administration and Project Operations.
Proficient in SharePoint development, including SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and front‑end web development.
Experience with low‑code platforms such as Power Apps.
Education Bachelor’s degree required, with a focus in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Finance, or Accounting (preferred).
Licenses/Certifications (preferred)
Microsoft MTA / MCSD, Azure Fundamentals (Az‑900), or Microsoft Azure Developer Associate.
Other Microsoft Azure certifications.
Software Knowledge (preferred)
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Visual Studio
Microsoft Azure DevOps or GitHub
Microsoft SQL Server and/or Azure SQL DB
Microsoft Power BI and PowerApps
Azure Functions
HTTP Debug Tools
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
Ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details.
Ability to multi‑task while working independently or within a group.
Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Ability to work well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems professionally.
Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of employees and management.
Ability to build relationships and reach consensus among people.
Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the software development industry.
Strong information technology architectural and design skills.
Solid project management and leadership skills to effectively act as technical lead on large projects.
Ability to consistently produce clean code and adhere to appropriate documentation standards.
Compensation National Range: $100,000 – $160,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $100,000 – $160,000 Maryland Range: $100,000 – $160,000
About Us BDO offers a culture focused on meaningful connections, curiosity, and authenticity. We provide flexibility, career advancement, and a positive impact on the world. BDO is an ESOP company, offering employees a stake in the firm’s success with a unique compensation and total rewards package. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle‑market leaders, supporting diversity, inclusion, and the community.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability).
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Job Summary The Senior Software Engineer (Senior) designs, develops, and implements highly advanced features and solutions that support the Tax practice and delivery of Tax services to clients. The role requires collaboration with team members, mentorship of junior developers, and delivery of high‑quality software products.
Responsibilities
Designs, develop, and test software solutions using advanced web and cloud‑based technologies and frameworks.
Apply modern software engineering principles across the entire software lifecycle, including architecture, design, development, unit testing, code reviews, DevOps, defect remediation, troubleshooting, and release management, focusing on scalability and performance.
Review and analyze complex business requirements to provide technical feasibility and estimates, collaborating closely with leads, business teams, clients, and other functional groups to deliver high‑quality software products.
Mentor junior engineers to enhance code quality and performance, adhering to software engineering standards and compliance, and providing guidance on best practices.
Escalate critical issues to management, implement strategies for timely resolution, and proactively identify potential risks and mitigation plans.
Formulate advanced strategies and develop proposals for software design and architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
Experience
Five (5) or more years of hands‑on experience building web‑based apps using front‑end and full‑stack skills utilizing C#, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular, TypeScript, React).
Five (5) or more years of experience in software development supporting or troubleshooting applications and cloud products.
Five (5) or more years of experience developing stored procedures and database schemas utilizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos, or other NoSQL.
Two (2) or more years of experience designing and automating CI/CD/DevOps pipelines.
Two (2) or more years of experience working with Microsoft Azure and Azure Portal.
Experience with scripting tools such as PowerShell, Graph API, Azure CLI.
Experience with monitoring tools such as App Monitoring, Application Insights, PowerBI.
Proficient in applying software engineering and object‑oriented programming principles.
Experience with software design, algorithms, data structures, data modeling, and design patterns.
Experience writing clean code, participating in code reviews, and minimizing technical debt.
Understanding of Agile solution development.
Experience analyzing business requirements and process design.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Administration and Project Operations.
Proficient in SharePoint development, including SharePoint Framework (SPFx) and front‑end web development.
Experience with low‑code platforms such as Power Apps.
Education Bachelor’s degree required, with a focus in Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Finance, or Accounting (preferred).
Licenses/Certifications (preferred)
Microsoft MTA / MCSD, Azure Fundamentals (Az‑900), or Microsoft Azure Developer Associate.
Other Microsoft Azure certifications.
Software Knowledge (preferred)
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Visual Studio
Microsoft Azure DevOps or GitHub
Microsoft SQL Server and/or Azure SQL DB
Microsoft Power BI and PowerApps
Azure Functions
HTTP Debug Tools
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
Ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment while handling multiple complex projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details.
Ability to multi‑task while working independently or within a group.
Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Ability to work well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems professionally.
Ability to communicate and interact with all levels of employees and management.
Ability to build relationships and reach consensus among people.
Advanced knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures within the software development industry.
Strong information technology architectural and design skills.
Solid project management and leadership skills to effectively act as technical lead on large projects.
Ability to consistently produce clean code and adhere to appropriate documentation standards.
Compensation National Range: $100,000 – $160,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $100,000 – $160,000 Maryland Range: $100,000 – $160,000
About Us BDO offers a culture focused on meaningful connections, curiosity, and authenticity. We provide flexibility, career advancement, and a positive impact on the world. BDO is an ESOP company, offering employees a stake in the firm’s success with a unique compensation and total rewards package. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle‑market leaders, supporting diversity, inclusion, and the community.
Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability).
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