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Software Engineer III

Genuine Parts Company

BIRMINGHAM, AL · Posted October 26, 2026

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Software Engineer III

SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, the Software Engineer III develops information systems by designing, developing, and installing increasingly complex software solutions, and testing This position improves operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures with limited supervision. Software developer III begins to have more influence on more junior developers.

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JOB DUTIES

Impact on one or more areas, functions or processes.

Designs and constructs moderately complex interfaces between ERP and legacy systems.

Provides production support of moderately complex applications in production by troubleshooting issues, proposing solutions, developing and testing fixes, and migrating solutions.

Uses back-end programming languages, as well as front-end script languages to optimize performance, scalability, and security.

Codes programming logic for new or existing solutions software or applications following design specifications put in place by senior software development staff and leadership.

Handles installation, configuration, development, workflow design, monitoring, and/or upgrade of assigned software products.

Maintains up-to-date records of issues with existing code.

Monitors quality and performance of applications through testing and maintenance.

Develops and maintains applications for business processes and systems.

Responsible for ensuring adherence to development best practices and standards of associate application developers and application developers within their immediate group and may be required to represent IT on particular projects.

Identifies opportunities for process and procedure enhancements and communicates them to other departments/areas to drive efficiency and customer service levels.

Suggests viable solutions to resolve issues with existing software.

Forecasts, models and utilizes advanced analytical tools.

Performs other assigned duties.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field and five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience; or equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Manages multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Possess the latest knowledge on new technology and computer systems.

Communicates complex procedures to other colleagues.

Understands the latest trends and their role in a commercial environment.

Pays close attention to detail and desires to probe further into data.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No Supervisory Responsibility

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No

COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

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