Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development

As an Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development at Verisign, your main focus will be on developing and enhancing the Auditing and Compliance platform. You'll be involved in full-stack development, creating scripts for automation, building RESTful services, and maintaining compliance dashboards using technologies like Python, React, and Ansible. Collaboration with various internal teams to ensure system reliability and scalability is also a key part of your role.

To qualify for the Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development role at Verisign, candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in full-stack development, particularly with languages such as Python, React, and Perl. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, along with hands-on experience in auditing systems and a grasp of Agile methodologies. Familiarity with ServiceNow development and virtualization technologies is a plus.

Yes, Verisign offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule for the Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development position. While the role is based in our Reston, VA office, there are options for remote work that allow you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.

Verisign fosters a mission-focused and values-driven work culture that values individual contributions towards creating a resilient and secure internet. As an Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development, you will work in a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and continuous personal growth, making it a great place for tech enthusiasts.

Verisign provides competitive benefits for the Eng III - Software Engineering and Application Development position, including discretionary bonuses based on individual and company performance, possible stock awards, a flexible work environment, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Employees also have access to career development resources, ensuring a path for growth within the company.

When answering this question, detail specific projects where you utilized Python to develop automation scripts or applications for auditing purposes. Highlight any challenges you faced and how you overcame them, showcasing your problem-solving skills and technical expertise.

Explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, starting with identifying the issue, analyzing logs, and monitoring system performance. Discuss any tools you've used to facilitate this process and how your previous experiences have helped you effectively resolve issues.

Share specific examples where you've designed or developed RESTful services, emphasizing the technologies you used, such as the Python Bottle framework. Talk about how these services contributed to data collection and system integration, and any challenges you faced during the implementation.

Discuss your experience with Agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban. Provide examples of how you’ve applied these methodologies in past projects to enhance collaboration, improve product delivery, or adapt to changing project requirements quickly.

Focus on a specific example where user feedback led to a significant change in the application. Explain the feedback process, the enhancements made, and how these changes improved user satisfaction or system performance.

Discuss your strategies for scalability during initial development phases, such as designing database architecture with future growth in mind, using cloud solutions, and conducting load testing. Emphasize the importance of scalability for long-term project success.

Mention specific collaboration tools like JIRA, Confluence, or SharePoint that you have used in your projects. Describe how these tools facilitate communication among teams and aid in documentation practices, emphasizing their importance in successfully managing software development life cycles.

Share an example of a situation where you faced conflicting project priorities. Explain how you communicated with stakeholders, negotiated timelines, and ensured that all voices were heard, showcasing your strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Detail the strategies you employ, including reviewing code line by line, utilizing debugging tools, and breaking down code into smaller sections to isolate issues. Share any specific experiences that demonstrate your logical thinking and technical competence.

Summarize your relevant experiences, skills, and passion for technology that align with Verisign’s mission. Highlight your continuous learning mindset and how you’re excited about contributing to a stronger and more secure internet through your work at Verisign.