Software Developer

At Feed the Children we know the value of outstanding people. More importantly we want to find the right individuals to join our team. We pride ourselves on providing our employees with an environment conducive for productive, rewarding, long-term employment.

Already one of our country’s most recognizable brands, Feed the Children is being rebuilt from the ground up. We are accredited by GuideStar Exchange and the BBB Wise giving Alliance and have a 3-star rating from Charity Navigator. By banding together to defeat hunger, Feed the Children will one day create a world where no child goes to bed hungry.

We are currently in search of a Software Developer to join our Information Technology team! The Software Developer is responsible for software development, supporting existing applications, implementation of new application solutions, and providing end-user support as required. As a Software Developer, this position will work with other developers and collaborate on the development and implementation of solutions with the network, database, and project teams. The Software Developer will report directly to the Head of Applications and Web Technologies.

Job Requirements:
Education

Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field preferred

Experience

3+ years of professional development experience required

Experience with Web service technologies including SOAP, XML, JAX-WS required

Experience with one or more of the following required: C#, .Net, ASP.NET, MVC, PHP, HTML 5, JavaScript, T-SQL and SQL

Server technology experience in one or more of the following required: NGINX, Apache, Tomcat, or IIS. (Microsoft development tools primarily preferred)

Experience with software repository projects and management of code base, using GitHub and/or Visual Studio Team Services.

Licenses and Certifications

MCPD or MCSD certification preferred

Essential Job Functions

Software design, development, enhancement, debugging, and implementation and troubleshoots production problems related to software applications.

Produce detailed applications based upon specifications and follows the organizations development standards and methodologies related to SDLC processes.

Research, test, build and coordinate/assist in the installation of new application solutions.

Address issues of systems integration, compatibility, performance, and platform standards.

Consult with project teams where needed regarding application design requirements.

Assist in the evaluation of application solutions and documenting technical requirements.

Collaborate with other developers on best practice, work review, development standards, and code reviews.

Participate in the development of training manuals or procedures for end-users.

Establish an environment of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning, a commitment to quality, welcomes and encourages collaboration, and fosters both intra and inter-departmental dialogue and respect.

Model the type and level of behavior, professionalism and leadership that is in accordance with the values of the organization.

Perform other related duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Computer Skills – Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; meet commitments.

English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Oral Communication – Speak clearly, persuasively and professionally in positive or negative situations; listen and gets clarification; Respond well to questions; demonstrate group presentation skills; participate in meetings.

Written Communication – Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork – Balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to building a positive team spirit; put success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; support everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Ethics – Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Reasoning – Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Travel: The travel requirements for this position are estimated to be >5% of the work time. Travel will include Domestic and International travel. Driver’s license and passport required.

Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.