Software Application Developer

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.

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 .

Qualifications

Required

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to pass a background investigation.

• Applicable combination of education and experience:

  • Junior Developer (T1): Bachelors degree and 0–2 years of experience

  • Journeyman Developer (T3): Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience

  • Senior Developer (T4): Bachelors 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 .