Software Developer at GVA Partners

Job Overview

• Full stack web development
• Gather user requirements, write code using an agile methodology, and continuously update the back-end code of the product
• Work in an experienced software design team
• Report directly to lead software engineer
• Assist with all functions of software coding and design
• Learn codebase, gather user data and respond to requests from senior software engineers
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly, and capable of working in a team environment
• A good working knowledge of major programming languages.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting lead engineer with all aspects of software design and coding.
• Attending and contributing to software delivery meetings.
• Learning the codebase and improving your coding skills.
• Writing and maintaining code.
• Working on software bug fixes.
• Monitoring the technical performance of internal systems.
• Gathering information from consumers about program functionality.
• Writing reports.
• Conducting development tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Lead Software Engineer.

Qualifications & Experience
Mandatory:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline
• 2-5 years experience in programming languages (e.g., Python, Javascript, Java, C++, C#), databases, data structures and algorithms
• Knowledge of databases and operating systems
• Excellent basic knowledge about Information Technology from both a software and hardware perspective.

Desirable:

• Up to 5 years of professional programming experience using Microsoft stack
• Relevant professional certifications.

Skills / Competencies
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coding languages including C#, HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with database technology such as MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle and MongoDB.
• Basic programming experience.
• Ability to implement software security measures (OWASP Top 10)
• Good working knowledge of version control system using gitflow.
• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly.
• Ability to manage codebase on a version control.
• Software testing and debugging
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum project delivery formats.

Generic Skills:

• Ability to make sound and logical security judgments.
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Able to conduct research into issues as required.