Software Engineer (Mid Level)

As a Mid Level Software Engineer at Bottomline, your responsibilities encompass designing, developing, implementing, and testing the DBIQ-Enterprise Payment and Cash Management software. You'll engage in both creating new software solutions and enhancing existing systems, focusing on quality and performance. Collaborating with other developers and support teams, you will also troubleshoot customer issues, participate in code reviews, and ensure thorough documentation of your work.

To be considered for the Mid Level Software Engineer role at Bottomline, you should possess a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Additionally, having 2-4 years of hands-on development experience with J2EE and Java is essential. Familiarity with Oracle SQL, Java front-end technologies like JSP and Servlets, and strong communication skills are crucial for success in this role.

In your role as a Mid Level Software Engineer at Bottomline, you will primarily work with Java, J2EE, and Oracle SQL. You will also engage with Java front-end technologies, such as JSP, Servlets, and React. Familiarity with developing stored procedures, views, and triggers for Oracle databases will be beneficial. Your work will help enhance the functionalities of our Digital Banking IQ platform.

At Bottomline, we believe in fostering talent and supporting career growth. As a Mid Level Software Engineer, you’ll participate in code reviews, receive mentoring from senior engineers, and have opportunities for professional development. We encourage our team members to innovate and improve their skills in cutting-edge technologies, providing an enriching environment for personal and professional advancement.

The culture at Bottomline is inclusive, innovative, and collaborative. As a Mid Level Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a motivated global team that values transparency and communication. We prioritize openness and creativity, allowing team members to contribute their unique perspectives and skills while working towards common goals. We also celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you utilized Java, detailing your contributions and the outcomes. Discuss your familiarity with J2EE technologies and how you implemented Java in various applications, providing tangible examples that showcase your problem-solving skills and coding proficiency.

In your response, emphasize your systematic approach to debugging, including gathering information, replicating the issue, and examining logs. Share specific strategies you employ, such as using test cases or collaborating with team members to diagnose problems effectively.

Here, express your passion for coding and problem-solving. Talk about the satisfaction that comes with building functional software and overcoming challenges. Highlight any collaborative development experiences that you found particularly rewarding, reinforcing your excitement about being part of a team.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer. Choose a project where you faced significant challenges and describe your role in solving them, emphasizing your technical skills and teamwork.

Discuss the importance of code reviews, unit testing, and documentation in maintaining code quality. You can also reference specific tools you've used to automate testing or enforce coding standards within a team, demonstrating your commitment to high-quality deliverables.

Share specific experiences where you utilized Oracle SQL to create queries, stored procedures, or triggers. Discuss how effective database management has impacted your previous projects and how you ensured performance and reliability in your database operations.

Elaborate on your familiarity with Agile principles, including iterative development, collaboration, and responsiveness to change. Share examples of how you've participated in Agile practices such as sprints, stand-ups, and retrospectives, highlighting your adaptability and teamwork.

In your response, stress the value of constructive feedback in the development process. Illustrate how you approach feedback with an open mind, using it as an opportunity for growth and improvement, while discussing a time you successfully integrated feedback into your work.

Show your enthusiasm for Bottomline by discussing the company’s mission, vision, or innovative solutions. Connect your personal values and career goals to the role of a Mid Level Software Engineer, demonstrating your alignment with Bottomline’s focus on transforming business payments.

Share your methods for continuous learning, such as attending workshops, subscribing to blogs, participating in online courses, or engaging in programming communities. Highlight how this commitment to learning enriches your skill set and enhances your contributions as a developer.