Job Summary

The Sr Software Developer, develops IT solutions by creating new and modifying existing software applications using C# and ASP.NET, including writing code, designing solutions, and improving functionality. This role must be a highly motivated self-starter that excels in a collaborative environment. At Populus, we develop our own software, and our Software Developers are essential to the company’s success!

Major Responsibilities

Contribute to the design, development, and testing of mission-critical applications, including new applications and enhancements to existing systems
Develop designs that are as simple, fast, efficient, robust, easy to maintain, and easy to scale
Complete assigned responsibilities within multiple projects simultaneously
Complete all development responsibilities after high-level initial direction
Assist in preparing level of effort estimates
Independently remove significant project roadblocks
Guide and assist Developers to overcome technical problems while coaching on standards and expectations
Ensure high quality and timely delivery of software development lifecycle
Partner with QA resources throughout the software development lifecycle
Adhere to company coding standards, including unit testing and code reviews
Understand the full application lifecycle from inception through maintenance
Provide production support as necessary

Key Competencies

Excellent Communicator, oral and written
Sense of Urgency
Collaboration
Effective Multi-tasking
Self-Motivated
Proactive
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Technical

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems (or related field of study) or equivalent work experience plus 10 years of software development experience using the .NET Framework
Frameworks: .NET 3.5 and later, MVC a plus
Programming Languages: C#, T-SQL
Database Platforms: SQL Server 2016 or later, DB2 for iSeries
Experience designing and/or developing web services using WCF and Web API
Excellent verbal and written communication, problem solving and time management skills
Familiar with Agile development methodologies (SCRUM, Kanban)
Experience dealing with legacy applications and transitioning legacy systems to current architecture standards a plus

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the major responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must have appropriate vision to see up close, and at a distance with ability to adjust vision and focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position might require long hours and weekend work.

Travel

N/A

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EEO Statement

Populus Financial Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. In compliance with applicable law, Populus Financial Group does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender

nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, pregnancy status, or any other protected classification. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotions, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Sr. Software Developer

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