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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Software Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and reliability of our existing software applications. You will work closely with developers, QA engineers, and product managers to identify and resolve software issues, implement updates, and enhance system functionality.
As a Software Maintenance Engineer, your primary focus will be on diagnosing and fixing bugs, optimizing code, and ensuring that software systems continue to meet user needs and business goals. You will also be involved in monitoring system performance, applying patches, and updating documentation to reflect changes in the software.
This position requires a strong understanding of software development principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable working with legacy codebases as well as modern development tools and practices. Your contributions will directly impact the user experience and operational efficiency of our software products.
Key aspects of the role include collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize maintenance tasks, conducting root cause analysis for reported issues, and participating in code reviews to ensure high-quality fixes. You will also help in automating maintenance processes and improving deployment pipelines to reduce downtime and increase productivity.
If you are passionate about software quality, enjoy solving complex technical problems, and want to play a critical role in the lifecycle of software products, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Responsibilities
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- Maintain and improve legacy codebases
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure software quality
- Monitor system performance and apply necessary updates
- Document changes and maintenance procedures
- Participate in code reviews and suggest improvements
- Automate maintenance tasks and deployment processes
- Ensure compliance with security and data protection standards
- Provide technical support for internal and external users
- Analyze logs and metrics to identify potential issues
Requirements
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- 3+ years of experience in software development or maintenance
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, or Python
- Experience with version control systems like Git
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Knowledge of software testing and QA methodologies
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Understanding of database systems and SQL
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with maintaining legacy software systems?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a critical software issue?
- Which programming languages are you most comfortable with?
- How do you prioritize maintenance tasks?
- What tools do you use for debugging and monitoring?
- Have you worked with CI/CD pipelines before?
- How do you ensure the quality of your code fixes?
- Describe your experience with version control systems.
- What is your approach to documenting software changes?
- How do you stay updated with new maintenance tools and practices?
