Application Developer
New York City Housing Development Corporation
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The New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) is seeking an experienced Application Developer to design, develop, test, and support enterprise applications that drive the Corporation's operations in NYC. You will enhance existing .NET applications, create REST APIs, and participate in modernization while collaborating with stakeholders and senior engineers.
The role emphasizes strong C#/.NET skills, SQL, and experience with Azure DevOps, Git, and Microsoft Azure services.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 4+ years of professional software development experience.
- Experience developing applications using C# and .NET.
- Experience writing SQL queries and working with relational databases.
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Experience with Git or other source control systems.
- Experience developing or consuming REST APIs.
- Exposure to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, document, and maintain secure and reliable business applications.
- Enhance and support existing custom .NET applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while providing ongoing application support.
- Participate in the modernization of legacy applications using current .NET technologies.
- Develop REST APIs and reusable application components.
- Write and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards and best practices.
- Utilize Azure DevOps for work tracking, sprint planning, and software delivery.
- Work with source control systems and follow established branching and deployment processes.
- Support enterprise platforms including Dynamics 365, SharePoint, Formstack, and other business applications as required.
- Assist with technical documentation and knowledge sharing across the team.
- Stay current with Microsoft technologies and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
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Application Developer
The New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) is a public benefit corporation and the nation’s largest municipal Housing Finance Agency. HDC’s programs support the construction and preservation of multi-family affordable housing in New York City.
The Applications Development team partners with business stakeholders across HDC to develop, enhance, and support enterprise applications that enable the Corporation's business operations.
The Application Developer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting custom business applications while working closely with senior developers, project managers, and business stakeholders. This position will primarily support HDC's existing application portfolio while participating in modernization efforts and contributing to the adoption of modern software development practices.
The ideal candidate is an experienced .NET developer who enjoys solving business problems, supporting enterprise applications, and continuously improving software quality.
This role reports to the Director of Application Development.
- Design, develop, test, document, and maintain secure and reliable business applications.
- Enhance and support existing custom .NET applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues while providing ongoing application support.
- Participate in the modernization of legacy applications using current .NET technologies.
- Develop REST APIs and reusable application components.
- Write and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.
- Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards and best practices.
- Utilize Azure DevOps for work tracking, sprint planning, and software delivery.
- Work with source control systems and follow established branching and deployment processes.
- Support enterprise platforms including Dynamics 365, SharePoint, Formstack, and other business applications as required.
- Assist with technical documentation and knowledge sharing across the team.
- Stay current with Microsoft technologies and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 4+ years of professional software development experience.
- Experience developing applications using C# and .NET.
- Experience writing SQL queries and working with relational databases.
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Experience working with Git or other source control systems.
- Experience developing or consuming REST APIs.
- Exposure to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
- Experience supporting and modernizing legacy .NET applications.
- Experience with Azure DevOps or similar Agile development platforms.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure services.
- Experience with Dynamics 365, Power Platform, SharePoint Online, or Microsoft 365 development.
- Experience with CI/CD concepts and deployment automation.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar technologies.
- Experience working within government, public sector, housing, financial services, or similarly regulated organizations.
- Relevant Microsoft or Azure certifications.
- Health Benefits at a reasonable cost
- Dental and Vision Benefitsat no cost
- Retirement savings plan with a generous matchandapension plan
- Paid holiday, vacation, sick timeand parental leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Public Service Loan Forgivenessfor eligible employees
- Wellness reimbursement
- Back-up Caregiver Benefit
HDC is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
HDC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, HDC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing jobs@NYCHDC.com.
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