Software Engineer III $90,000- $120,000 Missoula/Hybrid/Remote

Software Engineer III $90,000- $120,000 Missoula/Hybrid/Remote Roles & Responsibilities: • Lead the design and development of complex applications, services, and integrations from refinement through deployment. • Design and implement scalable, high-performance cloud solutions on Azure, including Functions, Service Bus, Logic Apps, Cosmos DB, Data Factory, Event Grid, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). • Design and develop complex APIs and integration points. • Contribute to technical decision-making, system design, and the overall architecture of ELM's platforms. • Independently shepherd user stories through the entire SDLC, from refinement to production. • Lead story refinement sessions and break down business requirements into well-scoped, deliverable work. • Create comprehensive acceptance criteria and technical specifications. • Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive, actionable feedback. • Mentor and guide junior engineers in story development, implementation, and engineering best practices. • Develop and maintain coding standards and best practices. • Ensure proper test coverage and documentation throughout the SDLC. • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, including production incidents and root cause analysis. • Optimize application performance and resource utilization. • Facilitate collaboration between development, QA, and product teams. • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, and share learnings with the team. Education and Experience • Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience. • 4+ years of professional software engineering experience. • Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies and design patterns. • Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as C# and .NET, with experience across multiple languages and frameworks. • Solid understanding of API design and integration patterns. • Experience with relational databases; SQL Server preferred. • Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) for coding, debugging, and testing. • Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated code for correctness, security, and maintainability. • Understanding of responsible AI usage, including data privacy and security. • Ability to leverage AI tools to improve development productivity and efficiency. • Strong understanding of cloud computing and microservices architecture, preferably on Azure. • Experience working in Agile/Scrum product delivery environments. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. • Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide other engineers. • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications • Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field • Experience with Azure DevOps, Git-based workflows, and CI/CD pipelines. • Experience integrating AI/LLM capabilities into enterprise applications. • Familiarity with Azure AI services and AI APIs. • Understanding of prompt engineering, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and LLM application patterns. • Experience building AI-powered automation or intelligent workflows. • Experience with containerization and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). • Experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance or Azure Database for PostgreSQL. • Familiarity with observability platforms such as Datadog, Azure Monitor, or similar tooling. • Working knowledge of GIS and spatial data concepts. • Experience building modern web applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, Angular, and/or React. • React Native and mobile application development experience. • Experience operating within regulated or compliance-driven environments. Our Total Rewards Package Includes: • Optional benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teladoc. • Company Paid Life Insurance • Paid-Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time • 6 Paid Holidays • 401(k) plan • Bonuses for milestone anniversaries • Competitive pay based on experience • Long history of stable employment and promoting from within • Opportunity to lead and modernize production systems with meaningful operational impact