# (1112253) Software Engineer - Application Modernization

**Company:** [Diversified Services Network, Inc.](null/companies/dkdrpy1Um98xx7gHkUjJ68.md)
**Location:** Morton, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

**Software Engineer – Application Modernization**

**Morton, IL | Onsite**

_Diversified Services Network, Inc. (DSN) is seeking a full-time Software Engineer – Application Modernization to join our team in Morton, IL. We offer full benefits, PTO, 401k, and more! If you're looking to grow your career within an extremely reputable, stable Fortune 100 company - let's talk!_

**Position Overview**

As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for modernizing a critical business simulation tool by converting legacy FORTRAN code into a modern programming language such as C++. You will partner with business stakeholders and end users to validate functionality, test solutions, and ensure the new application meets operational needs. This role requires strong programming skills, the ability to learn complex business processes, and a data-driven mindset.

**Key Responsibilities**

-   Analyze, maintain, and enhance complex simulation models used to evaluate significant business and operational changes.

-   Partner with business stakeholders and end users to validate requirements, conduct testing, and ensure functional alignment between legacy and modernized solutions.
-   Apply business context and user feedback to identify gaps, troubleshoot issues, and improve solution effectiveness.
-   Direct data gathering, data mining, and data processing activities across large and complex datasets.
-   Define analytical requirements, conduct research, and communicate actionable insights through data visualization and reporting tools.
-   Perform statistical modeling and analysis related to parts demand, inventory, and supply chain performance.
-   Develop and enhance inventory optimization techniques and execute inventory management simulations.
-   Utilize programming languages and analytical tools to develop data-driven solutions.
-   Build expertise in inventory management systems, parts management practices, and business processes.
-   Effectively communicate complex technical concepts, analyses, and recommendations to stakeholders and internal customers.

## Requirements

**Education & Experience**

-   Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a relevant field is required and 0-2 years of experience.
-   Comparable backgrounds include Software Engineer roles involving modernization of COBOL and/or FORTRAN.

**Top 3 Skills**

-   Software Development: Strong programming fundamentals and practices; ability to understand, refactor, and modernize complex legacy code bases; experience with C++, code conversion, debugging, and version control.
-   Requirements Analysis: Knowledge of tools, methods, and techniques of requirements analysis; ability to elicit, analyze, and record required business functionality and non-functional requirements to ensure project success.
-   Analytical Thinking: Ability to work with large datasets and derive meaningful insights; strong problem-solving skills in evaluating simulation outputs and discrepancies; ability to connect quantitative results with real-world business outcomes.

**Additional Technical Skills**

-   Programming Languages: Knowledge of basic programming concepts and capabilities; ability to use tools, techniques, and platforms to write and modify code.
-   Business Statistics: Knowledge of statistical tools, processes, and practices to describe business results in measurable terms; ability to use statistical methods to support business decisions.
-   Query and Database Access Tools: Knowledge of data management systems; ability to search, extract, and format data for further use.

**Soft Skills**

-   Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
-   Communication and Stakeholder Management: Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users; strong requirements-gathering and user-engagement skills.

## Benefits

-   401(k)

-   Dental insurance
-   Vision Insurance
-   Disability insurance
-   Employee assistance program
-   Health insurance
-   Health savings account
-   Life insurance
-   Paid time off
-   Paid Holidays

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Salary expectations: 82,000-87,000 per annual