Application Developer/Programmer II (LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY)

Associated Grocers of New England; Pembroke (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Grocers of New England seeks a software engineer to design and maintain cloud-based apps using Microsoft Azure, .NET 6, and SQL databases. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, write clean code, and build RESTful APIs to enable secure integrations with internal and external systems.

The role involves agile ceremonies, requirements gathering with Business Analysts, and ongoing improvements to BI tools. A bachelor’s degree in CS or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience through the SDLC from requirements to deployment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure solutions; related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cloud-based solutions using Azure.
• Develop and maintain applications and databases; gather requirements with BAs.
• Write clean code with .NET 6, SQL databases, and RESTful APIs.
• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Support production, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and propose innovations.

Skills

C#

.NET/NET 6

SQL

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

SQL Server

MySQL

Power BI/Tableau

Azure basics

RESTful APIs

Agile / SDLC

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure

Azure SQL Database

Azure Data Factory

Synapse

Azure DevOps

SQL Server

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement efficient, scalable, and cost-effective cloud-based solutions using Microsoft Azure services.
• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts, with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Synapse and Azure DevOps.
• Write clean and efficient code following established coding standards and guidelines across various platforms.
• Assist in developing and maintaining applications and databases, working closely with Business Analysts to gather requirements.
• Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, contributing to the team’s continuous improvement.
• Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining SQL databases, data migration/ETL processes and .NET 8 applications.
• Design, develop, maintain, and support RESTful APIs that enable secure, scalable, and reliable integration between internal and external systems.
• Support internal teams by troubleshooting software issues and recommending improvements as necessary.
• Stay informed of emerging technologies and recommend innovations to improve productivity.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field and least 2-4 years of experience working through the SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Azure solutions, with certifications (Azure Developer, Azure Administrator) being a plus.
• Proficiency in C#, .NET/NET 6, SQL, and experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery).
• Experience creating and maintaining relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL).
• Experience with business intelligence tools like Power BI or Tableau is preferred.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming and relational database systems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to support production environments, debug issues, and adjust to changing priorities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior / office work environment.
• Minimal physical activity required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.