Software Engineer II

Join Starkey as a Software Engineer II and play a key role in developing innovative software systems that directly impact cutting-edge hearing technology. This role offers the opportunity to apply modern development techniques, collaborate cross-functionally, and grow toward subject matter expertise while contributing to meaningful, real-world solutions.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what’s possible.

We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart: https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6 (https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6)

JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB

Primary objective of this position is to participate in or support software development to meet schedule and performance goals for Starkey’s software systems. Software Engineer II signifies that at least 50% of the competencies at the senior Subject Matter Expert level have been demonstrated

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS

• Apply technical skills, commensurate with formal training and moderate experience, to develop software.
• + Choose between alternative proven techniques with some originality and moderate technical risk.

+ Develop software using prior software and state of the art techniques.

+ Conduct simple software investigations and software tests.

• Work with detailed project plans and schedules that may exceed several months.
• + Participate in formation of project schedule.

+ Help plan for availability of needed capital equipment.

• Interact on a regular basis, with other functional groups and customers on technical matters.
• + Work with outside consultants and experts.

+ Interact with other functional groups in various support roles.

• Administer technical procedures

+ Maintain a record of all software developmental activities.

+ Prepare various project related reports including Software Specification and Software Design reports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Computer Science or closely related field is required.
• Master’s Degree is desired.

Experience

• 4+ years of professional experience in software engineering or closely related field required. 2+ years of professional experience required with a Masters.

Knowledge / Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in Object Oriented development concepts required.
• Working knowledge in one or more of the following programming languages:

+ .NET/C#

+ Java, Kotlin

+ Swift, Objective C

+ TypeScript, JavaScript libraries (Angular JS)

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Good organizational skills required.
• Good written and verbal skills required.
• Good attention to detail required.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good technical writing skills required.

Salary and Other Compensation

The target pay rate for this position is between $78,540 - $105,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include: geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Benefits

The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement.

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