Remote Software Developer

Summary

Join the CDC Foundation as a Software Developer to advance public health by developing and maintaining software applications for a public health association serving local, tribal, and territorial populations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience and proficiency in programming languages such as C#. NET, VB.NET , SQL, or JavaScript
• Experience with software development frameworks and libraries (e.g., MVC, jQuery, Razor, Bootstrap, etc)
• Experience and proficiency in web development, relational databases, and using windows operating systems
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL) and version control tools (e.g., Git)
• Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and deploying software applications
• Knowledge of engineering best practices such as source control, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and peer review
• Experience with agile development methodologies, software design patterns, and best practices
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience and ability conveying technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively
• Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions
• Experience working on cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams that deliver digital products and services in an incremental, user-focused environment
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities
• Ability to switch between projects
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; and the ability to develop productive working relationships with colleagues and partners
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams
• Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications in collaboration with project teams
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using various programming languages and development frameworks
• Participate in the design and architecture of software solutions to meet the public health agency’s project requirements and scalability needs
• Identify and implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and testing methodologies
• Conduct thorough testing of software applications to identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other software defects
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure the delivery of reliable and user-friendly software solutions
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and project managers, to deliver integrated software solutions
• Participate in agile development processes, sprint planning, and team meetings to prioritize tasks and track progress
• Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies in software development
• Provide guidance on new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of software development efforts