Design, develop, and optimize software applications that bridge technical teams and end-users, addressing business needs through innovative solutions and enhancing member or internal user experiences. Leverage the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment, to ensure efficient system improvements. Work under minimal supervision and use complete understanding of business needs and objectives to support projects that have impact on the achievement of operational goals. Advanced skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.
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Responsibilities- Design, develop, and optimize high-quality software applications using various, advanced programming languages and frameworks that meet business requirements
- Collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and team members to gather and analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications, propose innovative solutions, and ensure timely task completion
- Write advanced, clean, scalable, and maintainable code that adheres to industry best practices and organizational coding standards
- Implement data structures and algorithms efficiently, optimizing code for performance, scalability, and user experience
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve advanced application functionality, performance, and bugs, ensuring quality and system improvements
- Conduct advanced and team code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and learn from colleagues' expertise to maintain a high-quality codebase
- Lead small projects and initiatives, while building strong working relationships with stakeholders, team members and subject matter experts, driving collective success and continuous improvement
- Contribute to generating and adhering to application and software development engineering policies, standards, and procedures
- Continuously learn from individual and team experiences, fostering growth and improvement through collaboration and continuous feedback
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
- 5-7 years of experience in application or software development engineering
- Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization
- Advanced proficiency in software development principles, methodologies (including Agile), and version control systems
- Expertise in programming languages and development tools such as SQL/Mongo C#, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, with strong knowledge of modern frameworks and libraries
- Deep understanding of database structures, web technologies, and technical applications, capable of designing and implementing scalable solutions
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to address complex technical issues efficiently
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills for articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience in software testing, quality assurance, and optimizing code for performance, scalability, and maintainability
- Advanced knowledge of customer support tools, ticketing systems, and knowledge base platforms for effective resolution of technical issues
- Expertise in data structures, algorithms, and applying them for optimal application performance and scalability
- Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and contribute to the development of engineering policies, standards, and procedures
Additional Information
Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location:
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field, or equivalent education, training, or experience
- 5-7 years of application or software development engineering experience
- Advanced proficiency in software development principles, Agile methodologies, and version control systems
- Expertise in SQL, MongoDB, C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frameworks and libraries
- Deep understanding of database structures, web technologies, and technical applications
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with software testing, quality assurance, and code performance optimization
- Advanced knowledge of customer support tools, ticketing systems, and knowledge base platforms
- Expertise in data structures and algorithms
- Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and contribute to engineering standards and procedures
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What We Do
Navy Federal Credit Union is the world's largest credit union with over 12 million members, over $160 billion in assets and over 22,000 employees. As a credit union, we have members, not customers. At our campuses in Vienna, VA, Pensacola, FL and Winchester, VA, and in our more than 350 branches, we serve the men and women of the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans and their families. We deliver world-class service, rooted in the belief that it is an honor and privilege to serve our members. We are committed to providing our members outstanding financial products and services. Navy Federal offers a career, not just a job. We are proud of the robust Total Rewards package we offer to our employees, including competitive salaries, incentive programs, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, retirement plans with employer match, award-winning training programs, professional development programs, tuition assistance, paid leave, and work/life programs. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity employer. Android™ is a trademark of Google, Inc. iPhone® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. iPad® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. App Store(SM) is a service mark of Apple, Inc. Message and data rates may apply. FORTUNE and 100 Best Companies to Work For are registered trademarks of Time Inc., and are used under license. FORTUNE and Time Inc., are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union. For more info, visit navyfederal.org
