Application/Software Developer

Job Description

Location and Travel Details: Remote or local to Dayton, OH

Join our Team! We are looking for talented application and software developers who can join our team and implement mission-critical solutions for customers utilizing our proven application development processes. If you’re passionate about working as part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you!

Do you have what it takes? Are you driven to implement creative solutions that unravel complex and ever-changing challenges? We value passion, curiosity, and perseverance with an ability to communicate ideas and results to diverse audiences. We look for people who thrive in collaborative and independent assignments, have the aptitude to learn new data quickly, and who are willing to mentor junior team members.

Required skills for this job include:

Build and maintain software applications for our customers

Ability to program in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript), including web and enterprise applications

Support the entire application lifecycle (concept, design, test, release, support), and seek to constantly make improvements and increased efficiencies

Oversee the performance of applications to ensure they run properly

Experience with Git-based source control and pull requests for feature-based development

Experience with cloud-based computing (e.g., AWS, Azure)

2+ years of Python experience

Understanding of REST APIs

Experienced developing and executing unit tests, troubleshooting and debugging applications

Sharp critical and analytical thinking skills and keen attention to detail

Collaborate with teammates to ensure applications align with the organization’s goals, as well as customer needs

Remain current on technology trends to keep our software as innovative as possible

Work with product team to plan new features, gather requirements, and propose solutions

Establish and adhere to standards and best practices

Work to continuously improve software delivery processes and practices

Promote adoption of web applications standards

Help foster a culture of innovation and out-of-the-box thinking

4+ years of professional experience

Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or comparable academic discipline

Must have or be willing to obtain Secret Clearance (this requires US Citizenship)

Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen

Desired skills for this position:

Certification in application development

A solid understanding and appreciation for Agile tools, processes, and methodology

Experience with Databricks or RDBMS technologies

Ability to interact well in a team environment and experience working as part of a development team

Strong organizational skills to manage multiple timelines and complete tasks quickly within the constraints of timelines and budgets

Excellent time management skills

Proficiency with project tracking software (e.g., Jira)

Ability to work with new technologies while demonstrating drive, adaptability, and creative thinking

Strong communication skills

About Illumination Works

At Illumination Works, we know data, and we should, we’ve been doing it since we started in 2006! We specialize in everything data from big data to data science, data engineering, software engineering, and cloud design. We are a trusted technology partner in user-centered digital transformation—delivering impactful business results to clients. We partner with customers to solve their unique technology and data challenges and stay on top of modern technologies and advancements leveraging our Innovation Lab. Check out our website to learn more at

Why choose us? We invest in our employees in all aspects of their life and we value family. We offer market competitive salary, a generous PTO package, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans. We also offer 401K, short/long-term disability insurance, a fun and engaging culture, and training opportunities to keep you up to speed on the latest technologies.

Illumination Works is committed to hiring and retaining the best workforce. We hire the best talent for our customers’ needs. We make our hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Acceptable candidates must successfully pass a drug test and background screen.

Full-time

Hybrid remote