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# Applications Developer - Iowa

- **Company:** Ruan Transportation
- **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Microsoft Biztalk Servers, C Sharp (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Data Structures, Relational Databases, Dependency Injection, Entity Framework, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, Query Optimization, Software Engineering, SQL Server Integration Services, Software Technical Review, Transact-SQL, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, Restful APIs
- **Published:** September 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4cbb2087be19d99f

## About the Role

This is a full-time position working onsite in Des Moines, IA. Candidate must live within a reasonable commute of Des Moines, IA or be able to relocate.
Ruan is seeking a Software Developer to lead, analyze, design, develop and implement new or existing applications using Agile methodologies. The Software Developer will work in team environment to design and develop enterprise level software applications, data structures, and processes to meet the needs of the Ruan transportation management systems. The successful candidate will follow and improve established processes for the software development life cycle with an agile approach to delivering software. Senior Software Developers will work closely with team on architecture, design and code reviews. Collaboration skills are an emphasis with business analysts and other agile roles to identify new opportunities for software innovation., Education: 0-3+ years; Minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related. May have Master's degree but not required.

 * Software development experience preferred. Has demonstrated working in a team environment required.
 * Experience using the Microsoft stack in addition to C#, Dependency Injection, SQL Server and ASP.NET.
 * A successful candidate will have experience implementing Entity Framework as well as an understanding of RESTFUL services.
 * Experience and/or knowledge of Microsoft BizTalk. Experience and strong understanding of Microsoft Transact SQL syntax and ETL using DTS or SSIS.
 * Business Intelligence experiences a plus for development of data mining methods.
 * Experience with large, complex relational databases and query optimization. Understanding or experience of transportation logistics vendor systems a plus.

## Description

* Develop and maintain enterprise-level applications and software. Examine, critique, plan, develop, test, and document computer programs and systems.
 * Examine and critique computer programs and systems, and create new programs.
 * Work closely with business stakeholders to ensure application development meets the needs of the business and follows IT guidelines & principals.
 * Understand how new or existing applications fit into current environment identifying risks, feasibility, cost and compatibility.
 * Contribute and adhere to company's software development life cycle.
 * Proactively seek opportunities for continuous improvements and innovation.
 * Work with external vendors on development and defect resolution for the benefit of our stakeholders.