Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated, career-oriented Software Application Developer with experience or interest in Agile development methodologies to support mission-critical software applications. This role involves contributing to the development, maintenance, and enhancement of web-based applications while collaborating with a technically diverse team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, detail-oriented, and eager to grow professionally while supporting systems that enhance national safety and security.
Job Details
Job Title: Software Application Developer
Job Category: Information Technology
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular
Travel Requirement: Up to 10% (Local)
Work Schedule: Hybrid (on-site requirement)
Responsibilities
Assist in developing and maintaining web-based applications using .NET Core and C# across multiple browsers and platforms.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
Collaborate with senior developers and engineers to troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects.
Write and maintain software documentation, including design diagrams and user guides.
Support application integration with SQL Server databases, including basic queries and stored procedures.
Participate in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
Use development and collaboration tools such as Visual Studio, Git, and Jira.
Follow secure coding practices and established development standards.
Provide Tier 1/2 production support and escalate issues when necessary.
Continuously develop technical skills through code reviews, pair programming, and mentoring.
Requirements
Qualifications
Required
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to pass a background investigation.
Applicable combination of education and experience:
Junior Developer (T1): Bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of experience
Journeyman Developer (T3): Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience
Senior Developer (T4): Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of experience
Basic understanding of object-oriented programming, preferably using C# and .NET Core.
Familiarity with relational databases and SQL.
Exposure to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Willingness to learn Agile methodologies and DevOps tools.
Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from senior team members.
Desired
Experience with Git and version control workflows.
Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services.
Exposure to frameworks such as Vue.js, Bootstrap, or Angular.
Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python.
Awareness of DevOps tools like Jenkins or Docker.
Understanding of software testing methodologies and tools.
