Principal Software Engineer - IBM Maximo

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

The Principal Software Engineer Maximo is responsible for analyzing, designing, developing and installing software solutions.

• The role is also a point of escalation for operational support for assigned systems. Daily responsibilities may include development, configuration and / or integration;
• ensuring issues and tickets are resolved quickly; working with project managers, Senior Principal Software Engineers, Business System Analysts, IT service owners and IT service offering leads to keep all parties formally updated and aware of development efforts and issue resolution status;

and providing technical leadership for operational and project related initiatives. The Principal Software Engineer provides daily technical oversight throughout the project lifecycle.

This role works closely with customers, business analysts and team members to understand the business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Leads the software development approach as an engineering exercise; confirms requirements are clear, follows a documented development methodology and makes sure a unit testing regimen is followed to deliver code per designs.

Designs, builds and suggests architecture that will last beyond current initiative or product effort.

• Determines operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development and proposed solutions.
• Leads technical direction and decisions, follows a documented development methodology and makes sure a unit testing regimen is followed to deliver code per designs.
• Collaborates with enterprise architect and infrastructure to integrate applications and hardware.
• Ensures that the design and application implementation meet security and QA standards.
• Creates and updates documentation as necessary to ensure architectures, designs and other descriptions are up to date and describes the as deployed system.
• Ensures development teams are following applicable standards for methodologies, integration, tools, and testing.
• Ensures documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code are followed.
• Prepares and installs solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards and programming.
• Protects Amtrak by following Information Security standards and applying consistently.
• Adheres to quality standards and procedures. Reviews modules for quality assurance and checks compliance with application architecture standards and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

May assist in defining development guidelines and standards to be utilized in software development / integration.

• Proactively recommends and provides ongoing maintenance of applications.
• Provides technical guidance or system process expertise.
• May manage vendor relationships that are required to provide operational support.
• May coordinate preventative maintenance activities between vendors, IT and the business, including the installation of service packs, patches, and hot fixes.
• Keeps abreast of new technical standards and practices.
• Analyzes / monitors applications to ensure that the functionality and performance meets all product and service level requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering or business management plus 7+ years relevant experience or 11+ years of relevant work experience in subject matter expert capacity required to satisfy education and experience requirements

In-depth knowledge required of all modules and functions of IBM Maximo 7.x and higher.

Proficiency in the following technologies and methods :

• Enterprise Asset Management Functional Processes
• Reliability Centered Maintenance Management Processes
• Business Analysis processes
• Advanced knowledge of relational database table structure and design principles (SQL / PLSQL Experience).
• Maximo integration technologies (MIF, Object structures, services, channels, etc.), specifically related to integrating Maximo with other systems (SAP, ArcGIS).
• Proven Business Intelligence Reporting models : BIRT, PowerBI, PowerApp, Tableau, Actuate, Cognos, and others.
• Technical solution design support for the Maximo Enterprise Asset Management system, including interfaces with SAP ERP, Timekeeping, and other supporting partner systems.
• Work with Implementation Vendors to drive innovative technical solutions within the software's available capabilities.
• Support the mandated principles of zero customizations, cloud first, and mobile first while maintaining Amtrak IT standards and vision.
• Provide domain expertise in system architecture and software development, focusing on Mechanical, Engineering, Real Estate, and Facilities Asset management systems.
• Efficient design and configuration of system security and access, including cloud and mobile solutions.
• Help define the EAM vision based on system functionality and business needs, with an ongoing search for opportunities to expand the portfolio.
• Support other initiatives for Operations Management systems, focusing on Data Analytics & Optimization across various projects for wayside detectors and yard workflow.
• Proficient in frontend (Web), backend (Server), mobile application development, or cloud platform services.
• Broad understanding of information systems and application architecture standards.
• Adaptable communication skills to effectively translate between technical and business language.
• Ability to educate project team members on business unit goals and objectives, and educate the business on the value of information technology.
• Ability to identify, propose, and oversee the execution of business solutions, and interpret documents communicating business needs and requirements.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand complex applications and technologies.
• Working knowledge of Cloud / AWS framework and Red Hat OpenShift.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• 9+ years of relevant experience in a subject matter expert capacity.
• Master’s Degree

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

• Work is performed in a Hybrid- Monthly office environment in the Wilmington, D.C. and Pennsylvania area.
• May require travel up to 10% of the time.
• Requires on call status.
• After hours and periodic shift work may occasionally be required
• Willingness to support applications 24 x 7 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS :

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary / hourly range is $124,600-$161,352. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary.

Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and / or long-term incentive plan compensation.

• In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans;
• health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance;
• short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses;

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges.

Learn more about our benefits offerings here .