Junior Software Engineer: SDLC, Cloud & TDD Basics

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in Reston, VA seeks a software developer to design, code, test, and document application programs. You will analyze requirements, write code to design specifications, and participate in automated testing and documentation updates.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in IT/CS (or equivalent with 4 years of experience) and knowledge of languages like JavaScript, C, Python, Java, plus SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and cloud/database familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or CS, or 4 additional years of related work experience if no degree.
• Knowledge of programming languages (JavaScript, C, Python, .NET Framework, Java).
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, Azure).
• Exposure to databases (SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
• Knowledge of Agile Framework & Agile Delivery.
• Knowledge of TDD and BDD for testing.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple customer service demands.

Responsibilities

• Performs software analysis, including requirements and use case development and design.
• Writes source code to design specifications and conducts automated unit testing.
• Develops and updates software documentation and interfaces; assists with feature estimation.
• Identifies defects, debugs, and implements enhancements; extends open-source libraries as needed.
• Participates in meetings and peer reviews to report status.

Skills

JavaScript

C

Python

NET Framework

Java

SDLC

Agile

DevOps

Object-Oriented Programming

TDD/BDD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

SQL

Oracle

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Job description

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield in Reston, VA seeks a software developer to design, code, test, and document application programs. You will analyze requirements, write code to design specifications, and participate in automated testing and documentation updates.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in IT/CS (or equivalent with 4 years of experience) and knowledge of languages like JavaScript, C, Python, Java, plus SDLC, Agile, DevOps, and cloud/database familiarity.