Associate Software Developer

Cisive; Easton (MD); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cisive Inc. is hiring an Associate Software Developer for its remote team. You will support the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications under guidance from senior engineers, building foundational skills and contributing to enterprise platforms.

The role emphasizes learning modern technologies, collaborating in Agile ceremonies, and delivering clean code while growing from entry level to more responsible tasks within a collaborative, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 0–2 years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in at least one language (C#, Java, Python).
• Understanding of algorithms and data structures; version control basics.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, maintainable code following standards.
• Assist in identifying and fixing basic defects.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team quality.
• Collaborate with teammates to design, develop, and test features.

Skills

C#

Java

Python

Algorithms

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Azure

VS Code

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.At Cisive, our vision is to make securing the right talent effortless. We provide technology-first background screening, identity verification, and continuous monitoring solutions that help organizations hire and manage their workforce with confidence.Our ValuesIntegrity First: We uphold the highest ethical standards in everything we do.Innovate Fearlessly: We challenge the status quo, embrace emerging technologies, and continuously refine our solutions to stay ahead of industry needs.Win Together: We break down barriers, share knowledge, and champion teamwork across departments, brands, and global offices to achieve our collective goals.Customer Obsessed: We go beyond transactional interactions to become trusted partners in risk mitigation and workforce management.Stay One Step Ahead: We proactively seek knowledge that helps us—and our clients—stay ahead of the curveJob SummaryThe Associate Software Developer is an entry-level role responsible for supporting the development, testing, and maintenance of software applications under the guidance of senior team members. This position focuses on building foundational programming skills, contributing to team development efforts, and learning industry best practices while supporting Cisive’s enterprise software platforms.Duties and ResponsibilitiesWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient code following established coding standards.Assist in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving basic software defects.Participate in code reviews to learn best practices and support continuous improvement.Collaborate with team members to design, develop, and test new or enhanced software features.Support the documentation of code, technical processes, and application functionality.Contribute to Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, sprint reviews, and daily stand-ups.Learn and apply new technologies, frameworks, and tools as directed by senior development staff.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).0–2 years of professional software development experience.Basic proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., C#, Java, Python).Understanding of core software development concepts such as algorithms, data structures, debugging, and version control.Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with an eagerness to learn.Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a team environment.Working ConditionsFully remote work environment.Collaborative, team-oriented setting with guidance and mentorship from senior engineers.Use of modern software development tools, repositories, and cloud-based platforms.Physical RequirementsAbility to communicate clearly and exchange accurate information frequently.Constant operation of a computer, keyboard, phone, and other standard office equipment.Ability to occasionally move objects up to 10 lbs.