Application Development Engineer (Junior)

True Helix; Delmont (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company in Pennsylvania is seeking a Junior Application Development Specialist to create user-friendly software applications. The role includes collaborating with IT teams, translating client requirements into software features, and troubleshooting existing applications. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with a basic understanding of C#/.NET, SQL, and object-oriented programming. This position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and learning in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical work experience is required.
• Basic knowledge of C#/.NET and object-oriented programming is necessary.
• Understanding of databases, SQL, and relational data is essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand client requirements and translate them into application features.
• Collaborate with IT professionals and business analysts to set specifications.
• Produce efficient and elegant code based on requirements.
• Test and deploy programs and applications.
• Troubleshoot, debug, maintain, and improve existing software.

Skills

C#/.NET

Object-oriented programming

SQL

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Entity Framework Core

Microsoft DevOps

React

React Native

BootStrap

.Net Core

GIT

Job description

Overview

Junior Application Development Specialists develop purpose-built software programs for our clients to use. They collaborate with other members of the development team on software projects, design complex software programs and applications, and incorporate client feedback into our software product development. Duties will primarily include building software that is simple to use and that makes daily task completion highly efficient. They will be involved in writing code, modifying software to fix errors, adapting it to new uses, improving its performance, or upgrading interfaces. Additionally, they will be entrusted with conducting system testing, validation procedures, and working with users on technical issues including software system design and maintenance.

Responsibilities Include

• Understanding client requirements and how they translate into application features
• Collaborate with a team of IT professionals, business analysts, and end-users to set specifications for new applications
• Producing efficient and elegant code based on requirements
• Testing and deploying programs and applications
• Troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining, and improving existing software
• Reviewing and assessing user feedback to improve software performance and features

Requirements Include

• Either a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent practical work experience
• Basic knowledge of C#/.NET and object-oriented programming.
• Basic knowledge of databases, SQL, and relational data
• Ability and flexibility to learn new software and technology
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment

Pluses

• Experience with or knowledge of Entity Framework Core, Microsoft DevOps, React, React Native, BootStrap, .Net Core, GIT