Software Developer– Atlanta GA

Cogent Communications; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Communications is seeking a Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain in-house business applications supporting Sales, Operations, and Finance. Under the technical lead, you will gather requirements, produce proofs-of-concept, and implement applications, including existing PHP and Java systems.

The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, defining sprints, and delivering robust software across the full development life cycle in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in PHP web development.
• Proficiency with the Laravel framework.
• Strong experience with MySQL and/or MSSQL.
• Proficient in HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
• Experience across all SDLC phases and version control.
• Ability to gather requirements from end-users in plain English.
• Ability to structure a software project (UI/API/DB).
• Ability to write clear technical documentation.
• CS coursework or related studies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technology gaps and deploy software solutions.
• Define sprints and deliverables with project leads.
• Collaborate with developers to design and optimize code.
• Perform integration, testing, bug fixes, and maintenance.
• Gather requirements and prototype for engineering and design teams.
• Support applications in O&M status with enhancements and fixes.
• Code, test, and debug new or updated software.
• Develop UIs and applications with clear feature priorities.
• Integrate platforms leveraging APIs.
• Create technical docs and user guides for the software.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Customer service oriented

Education

Two years of CS coursework or degree

Tools

PHP

Laravel

MySQL

MSSQL

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

Job description

Company

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Job Summary

The Software Developer will assist in the design, development and maintenance of a several in-house business applications to support Corporate Sales, Operations and Finance as well as other departments. Under the guidance of the technical lead, the developer will work with application stakeholders to gather requirements, produce proofs‑of‑concept, obtain feedback, and complete the development, testing and implementation of the applications. This developer will also assist in maintaining some existing PHP and Java applications.

Compensation

[Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $80,000-$110,000/yr.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technology/capability gaps, research, develop, and deploy software solutions
• Work with project leads to define sprints and associated deliverables
• Collaborate with other developers to design and optimize code
• Conduct integration, test, bug fixes, and other software maintenance activities
• Performing requirements analysis and proof of concept or prototyping as needed for engineering and design of corporate applications
• Supporting applications in O&M status by providing enhancements and bug fixes as needed
• Coding, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software
• Developing user interfaces and applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life cycle, determining design methodologies and tool sets, completing programming using languages and software products, and designing and conducting tests
• Integration of platforms leveraging APIs
• Assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides in support of developed software

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PHP web development experience
• 2+ years of experience with the Laravel Framework
• 2+ years of full-time experience with MySQL and/or MSSQL
• Proficiency with HTML/CSS/JavaScript
• Experience in all phases of SDLC, OO analysis and design, and revision control systems
• Ability to converse with end-users, gather requirements, and provide feedback in plain non‑technical English
• Ability to structure a software project (UI / API / DB)
• Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation
• At least 2 years of Computer Science college education or similar studies
• Outstanding customer service and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Capable of writing and presenting detailed documentation

Physical Requirements

• Frequently remains in a sitting/stationary position during the workday
• Operates a computer and performs desk‑based computer tasks continually, frequently viewing a computer screen

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.