Job DescriptionNavy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Design, develop, and optimize software applications that bridge technical teams and end-users, addressing business needs through innovative solutions and enhancing member or internal user experiences. Leverage the full development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment, to improve system efficiency. Work independently to interpret and develop solutions to complex business challenges that have a significant impact on the function or branch. Specialized skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques. Recognized as an expert in own area within the company.
Responsibilities- Design, develop, and optimize high-quality software applications using various, complex programming languages and frameworks that meet business requirements, ensuring alignment with client needs and system performance
- Collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and team members to gather and analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical specifications, propose innovative solutions, and ensure timely completion of tasks
- Write complex, clean, scalable, and maintainable code adhering to industry best practices and organizational coding standards
- Implement data structures and algorithms efficiently, optimizing code for performance, scalability, and user experience
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex application functionality, performance, and bugs, working with the team to implement fixes and improvements
- Conduct complex and team code reviews, provide technical and developmental feedback to team members, and maintain high-quality code standards
- Lead medium to large projects, managing complex issues with senior management, and mentor junior staff; deliver high-quality results and meet milestones
- Assist in the development and enhancement of application and software development engineering policies, practices, and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and goals
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
- 7-10 years of experience in application or software development engineering.
- Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
- Extensive experience with software development principles, methodologies (including Agile), database structures, web technologies, and technical applications/languages
- Advanced proficiency in programming languages and development tools such as SQL, Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, and modern frameworks, with a focus on building scalable solutions
- Advanced understanding of software development concepts, including version control systems, and expertise in current development methodologies and practices
- Expert problem-solving and analytical skills to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring optimal system performance
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills to clearly explain complex technical concepts and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Extensive experience with customer support tools, ticketing systems, and knowledge base platforms, contributing to efficient issue resolution and support management
- Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and their application in optimizing software performance and scalability
- Expertise in mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance development practices, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with business goals
Desired Qualifications - Hands-on experience with one or more major cloud platforms: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively explain technical concepts and collaborate with stakeholders across functions
- Recognized as a technical expert both within and beyond the function, fostering innovation and continuous improvement across the team
Additional InformationHours:- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location:- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
