Software Engineer

As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work. Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress.

Business Summary

The Deltek Engineering and Technology team builds best-in-class solutions to delight customers and meet their business needs. We are laser-focused on software design, development, innovation and quality. Our team of experts has the talent, skills and values to deliver products and services that are easy to use, reliable, sustainable and competitive. If you're looking for a safe environment where ideas are welcome, growth is supported and questions are encouraged – consider joining us as we explore the limitless opportunities of the software industry.

Position Responsibilities

• Undertake analysis, design, coding and testing activities of complex modules
• Develop software on time and to required quality standards
• Lead efforts in transforming workflows using GenAI and LLMs as foundational components, creating solutions that transform processes rather than optimize them.
• Design and implement platforms that integrate source code repositories, knowledge bases, documentation, and historical case data for automated case resolution and code fixes.
• Work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to share knowledge and foster a culture of experimentation.

Qualifications

AI-First Mindset

• Approaches every engineering challenge by asking, "How can AI transform, not just optimize, this?"
• Actively integrates Generative AI and LLMs as foundational tools in design, development, and automation.
• Skilled at leveraging AI-powered assistants (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot) to prototype, refactor, and accelerate delivery.
• Experiments with prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and agent-based orchestration to create adaptive, learning systems.
• Continuously explores emerging AI technologies and frameworks to reimagine workflows, decision-making, and customer experiences.

Advanced Software Development Skills

• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• Proficient in C#/.NET or Java, with hands-on experience building production-grade applications.
• Experience with relational databases (SQL Server or Oracle), including data modeling, normalization, and performance considerations.
• Experience with version control (Git) and implementing CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.
• Capable of defining what needs to be tested and ensuring tests are meaningful and effective.

Professional Growth and Collaboration

• Demonstrates ability to own features or components, delivering high-quality solutions with minimal supervision.
• A collaborative communicator who shares knowledge, and drives team success.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and performance.
• Passion for experimenting, iterating, and building AI-enabled solutions that redefine workflows and create measurable business impact.

Travel Requirements

No

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