Software Developer .NET

The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA); United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Retirement Advantage, Inc. (TRA) is looking for a skilled IT Developer to design and maintain applications supporting business needs. The candidate should possess over 5 years of experience in modern .NET technologies like C# and ASP.NET Core and be adept in SQL Server. The role includes database migration, application integrations, and exploring AI-assisted development methods.

Key responsibilities involve collaborating with internal teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring operational stability. The successful applicant will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating a commitment to quality and adaptability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing business applications using modern .NET.
• Strong experience with SQL query optimization and data modeling.
• Proficiency with Git and modern source control practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain custom applications and integrations.
• Analyze and document business and technical processes.
• Participate in database migration and modernization initiatives.

Skills

C#

ASP.NET Core

REST APIs

SQL Server

T-SQL

Git

Azure

AI-assisted development tools

Job description

Overview

Description: This position works with the IT Development Manager to design, develop, implement, and maintain custom-built applications that support business needs and improve processes. The role requires solid technical fundamentals, a collaborative working style, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with evolving development practices. The successful candidate will contribute to active technical initiatives while participating in the team’s transition toward AI-assisted and spec-driven development workflows. This is a role for someone who is grounded in the fundamentals, adaptable by nature, and genuinely curious about how AI tools are changing the way software gets built and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain custom applications, integrations, APIs, and reporting solutions that support business and operational needs
• Analyze, document, and optimize business and technical processes, including identifying and implementing automation opportunities
• Participate in database migration and modernization initiatives, including transitioning legacy systems and integrations to improved patterns
• Develop and maintain integrations with third-party systems and APIs, ensuring reliability, performance, and alignment with business requirements
• Develop, enhance, and troubleshoot reporting solutions (SSRS or modern reporting tools) to support operational and analytical needs
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including solution design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support
• Engage actively in the team’s transition to AI-assisted and spec-driven development practices, including learning and applying new workflows as they are introduced
• Use AI-assisted development tools to support analysis, documentation, code generation, and testing tasks as the team’s practices mature
• Write clear specifications, technical documentation, and acceptance criteria that support structured, traceable delivery
• Work closely with internal teams and third-party vendors to gather requirements, resolve issues, and recommend improvements
• Provide support for custom applications, including troubleshooting, issue resolution, and production stability
• Perform deployment, maintenance, and upgrade activities while minimizing disruption to business operations; occasional nights and weekends required
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbally, with internal staff and external vendors
• Operate with professionalism and sound judgment in support of TRA’s business, security, and service standards
• Outstanding TRA Corporate Citizen dedicated to maintaining TRA’s reputation at all times in the communities we touch
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience developing business applications using modern .NET, including C#, ASP.NET Core, and REST APIs
• Strong experience with SQL Server and T-SQL, including query optimization, data modeling, and working with large or complex databases
• Experience with database migration or modernization projects is a plus
• Experience with front-end development technologies and API integration
• Proficiency with Git and modern source control practices; familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
• Exposure to Azure or cloud-based development environments preferred
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar; willingness to learn and adopt new workflows as the team’s practices evolve
• Ability to write clear specifications, technical documentation, test cases, and acceptance criteria
• Strong understanding of relational databases, application security, and performance optimization
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document technical decisions clearly
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Adaptable and open to change, with a willingness to grow into new development methodologies and tooling