Software Engineer (Loveland, CO)

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs.

The Target Pay Range for this position is $ 107,000 K to $125,00 K annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget

The Software Engineer will improve operations by the design, implementation, testing and maintenance of application software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Design, implementation, testing and maintenance of application software, GUI’s, and low level code.

• Troubleshooting of hardware/software systems.

• Participate in software development.  Respond to changing requirements, systems and processes.

• Help maintain computer applications software or systems to meet business needs.

• May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects and other duties as assigned.

• Interact regularly with managers and other stakeholders to field queries and questions

• Research, document and implement program requirements and specifications

• Consistently write, translate and code software programs and applications according to specifications

• Run and monitor performance tests on new and existing software for the purposes of correcting mistakes, isolating areas for improvement and general debugging

• Administer diagnostic analysis of test results and deliver solutions to critical areas.

• Cultivate and disseminate knowledge of applications development best practices

• Gather statistics and prepare and write reports on the status of the programming process for discussion with management and/or team members

• Determine, develop and maintain user manuals and guidelines

• Install Software products for end users as required

• Write and/or delete programming script to enhance functionality and/or appearance of company Web site and Web applications as necessary

• Recommend, schedule and perform software improvements and upgrades for optimal performance of company workstations

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

• Must have strong and up-to-date skills in C#

• Candidates should possess familiarity with HTML, CSS and PHP

• Previous Experience with hardware control systems and I/O desired

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Database, specifically MySQL, experience a plus

• Ability and inclination to create well-engineered software including: developing from UML, full commenting, robust implementation, error handling, code inspections, documentation, etc.

• High self-motivation with proven abilities for both independent work and teamwork.  Candidates must have the initiative and drive to produce quality results with minimal oversight.

• Image processing and knowledge of Matlab desirable

• Understanding of network/TCP programming a plus

• Experience with AWS & Python desirable

• GUI development experience desired, experience with WPF a plus

• Previous knowledge with communication through WCF

• Previous experience with low level/driver programming and DLL interactions a plus

• Knowledge working with or on open source or 3rd party software components desirable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use

• Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers

• Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch

• May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 15 lbs.

• Specific vision abilities required including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person

• Ability to communicate verbally on the telephone and in person

• Fluency in the English language

• Extended hours may be needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  The employee will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, data base management, email, and the Internet.  The employee is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. 

About Antech

Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.

Benefits

Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates.

Benefits eligiblity is based on employment status.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available)

• Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life

• Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid)

• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401(k) with company match

• Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement

• Life Assistance Program

• Pet Care Discounts

Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers.

Note to Search Firms/Agencies

Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.