Software Engineer II

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

The Software Engineer II’s role is to define, develop, test, analyze, and maintain software applications in support of the achievement of Patterson software requirements. This includes writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications. The Software Engineer II will also research, design, document, and modify software specifications throughout the development life cycle.

* This role will be Hybrid (2-days a week in office) if you are located within 50 miles of our Corporate Offices in either Mendota Heights, MN or Loveland, CO. In-person attendance is expected to foster collaboration, innovation, and team connection.

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with clients, developers and other team members in the conceptualization and development of new or existing software applications.

• Assists in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications on a project-by-project basis in collaboration with internal users and departments.

• Helps research, identify, analyze, and fulfill requirements of all internal and external program users and stakeholders.

• Executes software testing on new and existing programs for the purpose of correcting errors and general debugging.

• Participate in defining software development project plans, including scoping, scheduling, and implementation.

• Provides higher level support for incoming incident tickets from end users to resolve application and software issues. Partners with other engineers in resolving problems with software products or company software systems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or area of functional responsibility preferred, or a combination of equivalent education and experience

• 5+ years of programming experience required. Should have prior experience within various platforms and languages, including: , C#, VB, and Object-Oriented Programming in a Windows Forms and SQL Server environment

• Knowledge of all aspects of application development and project life cycles, including Agile and Scrum practices

• Excellent understanding of coding methods and best practices

• Extensive relational database and operating systems experience with emphasis on SQL Server and Windows

• Fluency in object-oriented programming and design

• Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products

• Proficiency with office productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point

• Must complete a basic OO programming exercise to our satisfaction prior to interview

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using source code management systems and feature branching strategies such as Git Flow and Git Hub Flow

• Experience using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and Crystal Reports

• Experience with cloud providers such as Azure and GCP

• Knowledge of WCF, Web API, and web services in general

• Knowledge of Microsoft WPF, UWP, WinUI, or MAUI

• Knowledge of event-driven architecture

• Knowledge of domain driven design

• Knowledge of enterprise software design patterns such as Factory and MVVM

• Understanding of corporate governance, business cases and return on investment concepts

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

$90,000 - $110,000

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• Life Works (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.