Codes software applications based on third party business requirements.
Standardizes the quality assurance procedure for software. Performs tests and develops fixes. Researches client complaints and makes necessary adjustments and/or recommendations to resolve software related issues.
Salary.com identifies five increasing levels of proficiency for each skill/competency. Some jobs require only a relatively low level of proficiency in each skill/competency, while other jobs will require a more advanced level of proficiency in the same skill/competency. These levels rate the degree of proficiency (skill level, expertise) we expect the incumbent to perform in the given skill/competency for the given job. Note that we intentionally do not associate timeframes or years of experience in performing the skill/competency because that can be misleading. Proficiency levels identify what the incumbent knows and can do rather than how long they have been doing it. Also, note that the proficiency levels are cumulative, e.g., a level 4 proficiency implies the ability to perform all the behaviors at the lower levels.
Check each Commercial Software Engineer I skill and competencie below to view definitions.
Skill definition-Knowledge of software product market and ability to identify and incorporate the market trends and user requirement for the design and development of software product.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the differences between software products, software projects, and software services.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Suggests product ideas based on market and competitor research during the ideation phase.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Recognizes issues in software products and partners with relevant teams to amend identified problems.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Oversees system, functional, and user acceptance testing to ensure software performance is in line with specifications.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Forecasts end users' changing requirements to adjust existing software services and product objectives.
Skill definition-Applying computer science and engineering principles, methods, and practices to design, develop, deploy, and maintain reliable software systems.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the importance of using suitable programming languages and platforms in software engineering.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Prepares engineering documentation to ensure software adheres to user expectations.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Utilizes version control systems (VCS) to track and manage changes in software codes.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Evaluates and modifies existing development processes to optimize software production and reduce errors.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Develops optimization strategies to improve software product quality and usability.
Skill definition-Leveraging advanced tools and software systems to automate and manage core business functions cost-effectively to maximize performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Discusses main concepts and elements of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Conducts basic diagnosis and troubleshooting to identify root causes of ERP system issues.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Leverages data processing to support the integration of ERP systems with business processes.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Ensures strict compliance of our business's ERP system with global ERP standards.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Establishes procedures and best practices the ensure the integrity of ERP systems and databases.
Skill definition-Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains computer programming principles and procedures.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Gathers user requirements and defines system functionality for computer programming.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Performs code review across a variety of programming languages.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Improves existing computer programs to maintain efficiency and reliability.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Develops custom code to support assessments using multiple programming languages.
Skill definition-Gathering, organizing, and analyzing information to identify the root cause of organizational problems and develop alternative solutions accordingly.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Explains the integral role data collection plays when conducting analytical thinking.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Breaks down a specific project into lists of tasks.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Develops alternative solutions and compares the pros and cons.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Draws conclusions based upon logic and intuitive judgment.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Evaluates potential risks using extensive industry knowledge when considering new opportunities.
Skill definition-The ability and process of implementing new ideas and initiatives to improve organizational performance.
Level 1 Behaviors
(General Familiarity)
Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of our products and services.
Level 2 Behaviors
(Light Experience)
Explains advantages and disadvantages of different organizational structures from an efficiency perspective.
Level 3 Behaviors
(Moderate Experience)
Demonstrates an innate sense of how to achieve positive results in the current environment.
Level 4 Behaviors
(Extensive Experience)
Evaluates and explains the financial aspects of a business initiative to different teams.
Level 5 Behaviors
(Mastery)
Conceptualizes new and creative business initiatives to boost business growth.
There are 6 hard skills for Commercial Software Engineer I, Software Product Business Knowledge, Software Engineering, Application Development, etc.
4 general skills for Commercial Software Engineer I, ERP Systems, Programming, Software Development Life Cycle, etc.
7 soft skills for Commercial Software Engineer I, Analytical Thinking, Innovation, Attention to Detail, etc.
While the list totals 17 distinct skills, it's important to note that not all are required to be mastered to the same degree. Some skills may only need a basic understanding, whereas others demand a higher level of expertise.
For instance, as a Commercial Software Engineer I, he or she needs to be proficient in Analytical Thinking, be proficient in Innovation, and be proficient in Attention to Detail.
