Junior Software Developer

This position is primarily responsible for providing software and application development support for web-based environmental data management modules, tailored to meet the needs of Navy environmental clients., Assist the designated project manager with activities and tasks associated with all stages of software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, construction, implementation, and testing. Provide web development technical leadership, subject matter expertise, support, and mentoring to other project team members. Respond to and troubleshoot user experience issues. Enhance and maintain existing web-based applications/systems/web sites. Help in administering and maintaining the cornerstone web infrastructure. Create knowledgebase articles to disseminate web solutions to resources and clients. Perform other short-term and long-term tasks and duties as assigned by Management. Test software for responsiveness and efficiency. Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software as required. Create, implement, validate security and data protection settings. Draft/update technical documentation. Attend and facilitate client meetings., Other duties as assigned.

One or both of the following: Experience with server-side applications using ASP.NET, Web API, or MVC using the Microsoft .NET Framework. Experience with client-side applications using React.js or a similar client-side framework.

Bachelor’s or associate degree. Experience with working in a distributed version control system such as Git. Excellent organizational skills; must be detail oriented. Ability to complete tasks individually as well as collaborate with other team members. Self-disciplined and have proven ability to work independently without direct supervision and make a positive contribution to multidisciplinary team. Ability to quickly pick up and learn new languages and frameworks. Familiarity with Azure DevOps and Single Page Applications is a plus. Self-motivated and have a pro-active work ethic with a “can-do” attitude to provide excellent customer service and actively contribute to building and expanding consultancy services. Willingness and ability to learn during fast-paced on the job training. Effective communication skills.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND/OR ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the Navy’s Environmental Compliance programs. Able to provide technical support in complying with applicable environmental regulations and guidance. Capable of drafting technical documents, point papers, and briefing packages. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in either written, oral, or diagram form. Able to rely heavily on experience and independent judgment to plan and accomplish. Proficient in adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Skilled in computing rate, ratio, and percent and drawing and interpreting diagrams. Able to read, interpret, analyze, and discuss data. Adept at reading, writing, and understanding the English language and able to read, interpret, and analyze documents such as technical drawings and manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, proposals, etc. Must learn and understand naval acronyms. Ability to author detailed reports and correspondence as needed. Talented in effectively presenting information orally and in writing and communicating clearly and concisely while under pressure.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.