Application Architect

Ascensus; Dresher (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascensus, a leading technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, is hiring a Software Engineer. You will join a fast-paced Scrum team delivering maintainable, secure software with a focus on automation and best practices.

We expect 3+ years of software development experience using C#, Java, and JavaScript, with strong OO design and RESTful services. You will participate in design discussions and contribute to a robust CI/CD pipeline.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software development experience in business environments.
• Proficient in one or more programming languages (C#, Java) and strong knowledge of object-oriented design.
• Experience with RESTful services, SOA, and modern web technologies.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD, unit testing, and automated build/deploy pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile engineering practices and collaborating with QE, Ops and support.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, implement, test, document and maintain software applications with minimal oversight.
• Protect and manage confidential data following security policies.
• Assist in estimating and planning across the software development life cycle.
• Support process improvements and contribute to deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver quality software.

Skills

C#

Java

JavaScript

OO design

REST

CI/CD

Unit testing

Design patterns

Agile

Python

C/C++

MySQL

Redis

jQuery

Knockout.js

SQL

Tools

MS-SQL Server

Sybase

Apache

Nginx

Redis

Job description

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.Section 1: Position SummaryAs a Software Engineer at Ascensus, you will be working in a high-energy team, writing beautiful code by using the best engineering practices in the industry today (e.g. unit testing, source control, continuous integration, automation, design patterns). Passion for all aspects of software development is critical. We are building teams that are empowered to solve the business needs by having a rapid development and deployment pipeline with a focus on automation and releasing software.As a Scrum team member, you will be responsible for delivering solutions that adhere to the software architecture strategy, coding standards, and established organizational policies and procedures.Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for protecting, securing, and proper handling of all confidential data held by Ascensus to ensure against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and/or unapproved disclosure of information that could result in harm to Ascensus or our clients.Our I-Client service philosophy and our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First and Integrity Always should be visible in your actions on a day to day basis showing your support of our organizational culture.Analyze, implement, test, document and maintain new and current software applications with minimal oversight in support of achieving the business goals.Assist in estimating and planning throughout the software development life cycle.Support people and process improvement strategies for the organization.Assist with other tasks and projects as assignedSupervisionN/ASection 3: Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements3+ years of experience developing software & systems for small to medium business environmentsWorking experience in one or more programming languages, technologies and software platforms, such as C#, Java, JavaScript, MS-SQL Server, Sybase.At least 3+ year’s hands-on experience with one of the programming languages (e.g. C# and Java)Good experience with the Microsoft technology stackStrong problem solving skillsGood understanding of design principles (patterns, cohesion/coupling, S.O.L.I.D.)Strong knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures and algorithmsFamiliarity with Services Oriented Architecture and RESTful services developmentGood experience with writing clean and maintainable code using engineering best practices (unit testing, continuous integration and deployment, automation, design patterns, refactoring etc.)Experience working with other developers, quality engineers (QE), ops engineers and support engineers to ensure smooth deployment and continual operationPassion for developing good softwareExperience participating in design discussions with both technical and non-technical audiences.Familiarity or experience with Agile engineering practices (test driven development, continuous integration and pair programming, etc.)Working experience with Python, C/C++, MySQL, Apache, Ngnix, Redis, JavaScript, jQuery, Knockout.jsExperience in open source developmentUnderstanding of web technologies (HTTP, Apache, HTTP Proxies)Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD)Experience with working with legacy codeWe are proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerBe aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website.