Entry Level Software Developer

Skill Storm - Gilbert, AZ

Full-time - Entry Level

Gilbert, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SkillStorm is actively seeking full-time Entry Level Software Developers for our government agency clients in Lake Mary, FL or Gilbert, AZ. An ideal candidate is one with a strong technical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and logical reasoning abilities. This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance and relocate to Lake Mary, FL or Gilbert, AZ. You will spend 12 weeks collaborating in team-based settings, undertaking diverse, real-world projects to prepare for seamless integration into our clients' operations. Once training is complete, you will be deployed to our enterprise or government clients, ready to have an immediate impact on day one.

Responsibilities

• Develop new applications and modify existing applications using programming languages, platforms, frameworks, and tools used by our clients.
• Pay keen attention to detail to ensure solutions meet business requirements and are operationally supportable and collaborate with teams to create visual mock-ups, prototypes, and diagrams.
• Develop well-structured, readable, and efficient code to solve specific tasks or improve existing applications. Adhere to coding standards and best practices to maintain high-quality software.
• Identify, diagnose, and fix bugs in software applications, ensuring that the applications run smoothly and efficiently. Provide technical support and problem resolution related to software issues.
• Engage in code review sessions with peers to ensure code quality, share knowledge, and learn from others. Provide constructive feedback and suggest improvements to optimize performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software applications, which may include user guides, system manuals, and FAQs, to support end-users and future development efforts.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, programming techniques, and technologies. Participate in workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
• Work with stakeholders to understand and analyze requirements for new projects or enhancements to existing applications. Translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Assist in the deployment and testing of applications to production environments, ensuring that they meet performance benchmarks and are compatible with other system components.
• Work closely with other departments, such as quality assurance, project management, and product management, to ensure that projects are delivered on time and meet predefined objectives. Communicate ongoing activities and results to business sponsors, stakeholders, and management.

Requirements

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree
• 1-3 Years of previous paid W2 experience required (does not have to be IT or tech related)
• 1 Year of previous technical experience preferred
• Must be open to relocation to Lake Mary, FL
• Possess a strong understanding of programming principles, data structures, algorithms, databases, and SQL, enabling the development of software solutions.
• Experience with software development and programming using Java, C#, or similar object-oriented programming language.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. under SkillStorm's W2; not a C2C position.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with a logical mindset to tackle complex challenges to develop effective and innovative solutions.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating clear and effective interactions with team members, stakeholders, and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Enterprise level technology training and certification
• Opportunity to work for enterprise companies and government agencies
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance with 401K
• Continuous mentorship and support