SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Job Description

A Senior Software Developer is part of a team that creates software using a wide variety of tools and applications. Developers are expected to be proficient in core software development principles and methodologies. They must be able to break requirements down into appropriately sized objects, classes or methods that are consistent with the established enterprise architecture. Developers are also able to quickly troubleshoot and resolve application issues and make recommendations to improve performance and reliability. They are also able to review requirements and estimate accurate development hours and schedule costs.

As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these include, but are not limited to, adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), staying focused on the assigned tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned.

Technical Skills

Proficient in C#, VB .NET, .NET 10 and other object-oriented programming languages

Proficient in T/SQL, P/SQL and LINQ to SQL

Thoroughly test developed code to minimize errors

Develop, test, and implement new software programs

Write complex code and participate in code reviews

Perform system design, upgrades, and maintenance according to business needs

Maintain system documentation

Participate in Scrum meetings and work with the development teams to provide Database development support

Non-Technical Skills

Participate in the SAFe Agile Scrum team environment with a focus on planning and delivering changes iteratively

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborate with team members and other business users

Participate in and promote a team learning culture

Be able to work remotely without any distractions

Responsibilities

Lead the development efforts of the Development Team

Review requirements and develop accurate estimates

Resolve ambiguities with customer requirements

Develop well-structured code with appropriate documentation

Thoroughly test developed code to minimize any discrepancies

Maintain knowledge of new developments in core technologies

Works closely with other team members to ensure requirements are thoroughly understood and the application is complete with a seamless look and feel

Mentor other team members

Work independently or in teams with minimal supervision

Follows established UI/UX and software coding standards

Support Agile Methodologies to Software Development (e.g. SAFe,)

Effectively communicate with customers and other team members

Takes ownership of system and software to ensure minimal defects

Proactively recommend alternative processes, technologies, or implementations to improve system performance or reduce time and cost

Help troubleshoot and resolve production issues

Support company proposal effort by authoring and / or reviewing technical content for various business development efforts

The senior Software Engineer is expected to train and oversee the work of less experienced Software Engineers

Perform other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

US Citizenship

Must have an active DOD Secret Clearance

Must have Level 1 or higher IAT Certification (A+ CE, Security+, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP)

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Information Systems, Computer Science, or another related field

Experience working with development tools like Visual Studio, SQL Server Management Studio, Jira, Jama, Confluence, Bitbucket

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 10 years software development experience with 5 years of database technical experience in support of complex software applications and solutions

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve database integrity, performance, blocking/deadlocking, connectivity, and security issues

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through four or more years related application/infrastructure experience utilizing the company's standard toolsets. Specific assignments may require recognized certification in an area of expertise.

Demonstrated knowledge of MS SQL Server and Oracle experience is a plus

Demonstrated knowledge of moderate to highly complex programming, system design, and analysis principles, and general business operations

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with users, project teams, and management

Demonstrated ability to work on a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity where analysis of the situation or data requires thorough identification of factors and analysis of impact

Demonstrated ability to respond to significant inquiries from users

Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Company Summary

Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team.

VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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