Software Developer I

Description

Who We Are

Catalis is a leading government Software as a Service (SaaS) and integrated payments provider, powering a wide range of government operations at the municipal, county, state, and federal levels. Our innovative solutions are designed to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and improve the delivery of government services to the public. At Catalis, we are committed to leveraging technology to make government interactions simpler, faster, and more accessible.

The Opportunity

Software Developer will be a key member of our Community Justice Solution team, focused on developing and maintaining a microservice-based architecture on Azure. This role involves contributing to the SDLC/PDLC framework, providing development support, implementation development, and managing technical debt. Software Developer II will work under the guidance of Senior Developers, a Development Manager, and Architect, ensuring high-quality code, secure coding practices, and adherence to best practices while also mentoring junior developers

What You Will Do

• Participate across the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
• Apply Catalis development standards and best practices to solve complex technical problems.
• Learn, evaluate, and apply new technologies independently, with training as needed.
• Review requirements, estimate development effort, and contribute to setting timelines, deadlines, and ETAs.
• Prioritize development work based on overall company and client impact.
• Document progress, issues, and resolutions clearly to ensure continuity and effective team collaboration.
• Actively participate in Agile sprint ceremonies, including planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Ensure solutions comply with industry standards, security requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Identify and resolve technical debt while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and software development best practices, including responsible AI usage.

Requirements

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development, with a strong focus on modernizing legacy systems.
• Experience designing and developing enterprise-grade applications.
• Strong hands-on experience with C# and/or VB.NET, with deep knowledge of the .NET Framework.
• Demonstrated experience building applications using ASP.NET MVC and MVVM architectural patterns.
• Proficiency with Azure services, C#, SQL, and modern microservices architectures.
• Strong understanding of software design patterns, data access layers, and SQL stored procedures.
• Experience implementing secure coding practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working understanding of how to effectively use AI tools during coding for problem-solving, refactoring, testing, documentation, and development acceleration, while maintaining code correctness, security, and compliance.
• Ability to pass U.S. background and fingerprint checks, if required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and mentor junior developers.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and software development best practices.

What we Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment in a mission driven organization
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid Time Off 
• HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Paid parental leave
• ABLE matching contributions for the disability community
• Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance and group term life insurance
• Financial and legal assistance through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Opportunities for personal development and career advancement with free access to unlimited courses via Udemy
• The chance to make a significant impact on the delivery of government services and the lives of citizens

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all. All candidates will be considered based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, non-qualifying mental or physical disability, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.