Software Development Engineer 5, Java

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Software Dev Engineer 5 role focusing on technical leadership in Church's software systems. Involves mentoring and collaboration with engineering teams to enhance technology applications.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRiverton • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Agile Software Development methodologies, system architecture, and mentoring while leading software development teams to deliver large-scale enterprise applications. Proficient in developing and implementing programming solutions, with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Agile Software DevelopmentSystem ArchitectureMentoring and TrainingCloud Based PlatformsContinuous Integration and Continuous Delivery

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentProgramming MethodologyAnalytical TroubleshootingN-Tier Enterprise SystemsUnit TestingSoftware DesignLogic and Algorithm DefinitionWeb TechnologyEngineering SkillsEmerging Technologies

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationSelf-DirectionLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Cloud ServicesDevSecOps

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree in Related Field (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Software EngineeringTechnical LeadProduct ManagementTeam PlanningClassroom Instruction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a technical lead and, if assigned, mentor other developers
As a member of a software engineering team, participate in team meetings, team planning sessions, setting team goals, and all other team activities
Build and maintain relationships with other development teams to promote collaboration
Estimate the time to develop and deliver features as defined by product management
Participate in peer reviews of project software design and coding
Develop source code and unit tests according to technical designs
Contribute to the creation of team-wide development strategies
Be self-directed and provide classroom instruction in the areas of Church software development processes, industry best practices, and new technologies being adopted for the organization
Document new technical knowledge and train others on emerging needs and technologies
Provide formal training, mentoring, or pair programming with other less-experienced engineers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science, closely related field or equivalent experience
Eight years of industry-recognized, progressive and relevant professional experience
Three years of specialized experience in the technologies and methodologies of the product platform processes
Prior experience in a software developer leadership role, leading a team (of four or more) through the first and subsequent releases of several (three or more) successful products, at least one of which must be a large-scale enterprise application
Excellent communication skills including the ability to create, communicate, and direct work toward accomplishing an overall technical vision
Demonstrated ability to mentor and train peers
Strong understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies and principles
Ability to direct the work in defining logic and algorithms to create programming solutions and designing modules and implementing them within the overall architecture
Significant engineering experience (multiple major releases) in the primary areas of an n-tier enterprise system, e.g., interface, domain logic and database layers.
Expert-level skills in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
Ability to architect entire systems and subsystems
Familiarity with Cloud Based Platforms and services
High-level understanding of DevSecOps
Leader of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery principles
Extensive knowledge of applicable software, computer languages, and code to perform the responsibilities of the role
Proven aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
This job operates in a professional environment
To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
Preferred:
Master's degree in a related field **

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Act as a technical lead and, if assigned, mentor other developers
As a member of a software engineering team, participate in team meetings, team planning sessions, setting team goals, and all other team activities
Build and maintain relationships with other development teams to promote collaboration
Estimate the time to develop and deliver features as defined by product management
Participate in peer reviews of project software design and coding
Develop source code and unit tests according to technical designs
Contribute to the creation of team-wide development strategies
Be self-directed and provide classroom instruction in the areas of Church software development processes, industry best practices, and new technologies being adopted for the organization
Document new technical knowledge and train others on emerging needs and technologies
Provide formal training, mentoring, or pair programming with other less-experienced engineers 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor's degree in computer science, closely related field or equivalent experience
Eight years of industry-recognized, progressive and relevant professional experience
Three years of specialized experience in the technologies and methodologies of the product platform processes
Prior experience in a software developer leadership role, leading a team (of four or more) through the first and subsequent releases of several (three or more) successful products, at least one of which must be a large-scale enterprise application
Excellent communication skills including the ability to create, communicate, and direct work toward accomplishing an overall technical vision
Demonstrated ability to mentor and train peers
Strong understanding of Agile Software Development methodologies and principles
Ability to direct the work in defining logic and algorithms to create programming solutions and designing modules and implementing them within the overall architecture
Significant engineering experience (multiple major releases) in the primary areas of an n-tier enterprise system, e.g., interface, domain logic and database layers.
Expert-level skills in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
Ability to architect entire systems and subsystems
Familiarity with Cloud Based Platforms and services
High-level understanding of DevSecOps
Leader of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery principles
Extensive knowledge of applicable software, computer languages, and code to perform the responsibilities of the role
Proven aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
This job operates in a professional environment
To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
Preferred:
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