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Job DescriptionSoftware Configuration Manager II
Summary:
The Software Configuration Manager II is responsible for the configuration, build, and release processes to ensure smooth, stable, and repeatable releases of software products throughout the development life cycle. This individual plays a particularly significant role in designing, developing, and defining the environment for software development. This individual ensures that configuration management is implemented and monitored within IPSD according to policies and procedures as defined in the Pitney Unified Process (PUP). The SCM II also provides software development tool support and acts as point of contact for ClearCase and Build Forge for developers worldwide. Ultimately, the SCM II ensures that the development process is efficiently managed, source code can be continuously tracked, and there are minimal mistakes and downtime. This individual mentors project teams and other Software Configuration Managers and leads continuous improvement in configuration management.
Key Accountabilities:
In collaboration with software architect(s), system engineer(s), development and test lead(s): designs, creates, and maintains environment for software development as appropriate for each project; establishes tools to use from software configuration through release
Works with development teams to create strategy for subsystem layout within the tools
Sets up and manages strategy for branching of multiple versions for parallel development
Establishes how source code will be shared among developers in different locations
Sets up security schemes to control access to data
Establishes the software build process (including what tools to use)
Helps establish architecture and design of the virtual build environment
Establishes how software will be released into the organization
Generates configuration specifications
Identifies and resolves issues concerning configuration management and related build requirements
Supports developers using ClearCase
Trains and mentors project teams and individuals on the use of ClearCase and other SCM tools and processes
Develops and maintains a core curriculum for PUP ClearCase fundamentals
Works with the development team leads to establish the import process of source code to ClearCase from legacy source control systems
Assumes responsibility/accountability for repository of code, versions, and documents
Installs, upgrades, and maintains configuration management and release generation software
Performs system administration on all ClearCase servers
Monitors configuration management (CM) and build process quality; assesses adherence to PUP processes and configuration standards
Analyzes and tracks the configuration status of program baselines
Performs and supports audits to verify baselines and enforce CM processes
Resolves or coordinates resolution of any issues/problems
Creates reports and generates process metrics
•Trains and mentors other Software Configuration Managers
•Promotes Software Configuration Management adoption and process improvements
•Stays abreast of trends/tools utilized in configuration management
•Provides support to both IPSD and embedded software groups
Essential Qualifications (Education/Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):
Education/Experience
•Four-year degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related discipline
•7 years’ experience in software engineering
•4 years’ experience in software configuration management and with version control tools
•Hands-on experience with the Rational Unified Process (RUP) or other iterative development processes
Knowledge
•Deep knowledge of the entire software development lifecycle
•Proficiency in software build processes
•Working knowledge of programming concepts and build processes for applications written in C++, VB, Java, .NET, and Perl
•Solid domain knowledge
•Proven expertise in manufacturing and production release processes
•Solid knowledge of bug tracking systems
Skills
•Advanced proficiency in the implementation and use of automated configuration management methodologies and tools
•Demonstrated technical programming skills
•Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
•Ability to interact with people at a variety of levels and across a variety of functions
•Strong team-building/collaboration skills
•Ability to work with people in multiple locations
•Demonstrated competence in negotiation, influencing, and conflict management
•Ability to train/mentor individuals and groups
•Strong organizational, multi-tasking skills
•Proven ability to adapt to and manage change
•Strong written and verbal communications skills
Preferred Qualifications:
•Advanced degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related discipline
•Experience with IBM Rational ClearCase and Build Forge
•Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio
•Experience with Kinook Visual Build
•Previous experience mentoring and developing others
•Experience with VMware, Lab Manager or similar tools
Desired Candidate Profile
Software Configuration Manager II
Essential Qualifications (Education/Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):
Education/Experience
•Four-year degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related discipline
•7 years’ experience in software engineering
•4 years’ experience in software configuration management and with version control tools
•Hands-on experience with the Rational Unified Process (RUP) or other iterative development processes
Knowledge
•Deep knowledge of the entire software development lifecycle
•Proficiency in software build processes
•Working knowledge of programming concepts and build processes for applications written in C++, VB, Java, .NET, and Perl
•Solid domain knowledge
•Proven expertise in manufacturing and production release processes
•Solid knowledge of bug tracking systems
Contact Details
Magna Infotech
Website:http://www.magna.in/
Executive Name:Mohan.G
Email Address:gmohan@magna.in
Telephone:9347045350
