Junior Database/Applications Developer

JUNIOR DATABASE/APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER Location: Richmond, VA Department: Application Development OVERVIEW This position will focus on supporting the existing application environment and building stable and extensible applications to solve Davenport's business needs. The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to: * Provide application support including problem research, analysis, resolution and on call support. * Ensure technical issues are resolved quickly and thoroughly, and escalate more advanced issues to the appropriate party within Information Technology. * Work with any and all involved teams to resolve issues and ensure software quality. * Follow all documentation procedures, and adhere to all development and implementation standards in accordance with IT Standards and Procedures. * Develop and integrate application-based solutions. * Under general supervision of senior IT staff, gather client requirements and analyze, design and create application-based solution specifications. * Apply development/programming "best practices": specification design/review, object-oriented development, in-line comments, database design normalization and other typical documentation specifications. * Develop and execute test plans, test specifications and test cases. QUALIFICATIONS * Associate's degree in Information Technology-related curriculum or equivalent education and related training * Two years of experience or equivalent proficiency in application design and programming * Ability to design and build web-based applications using .NET (C#, ASP.NET, MVC), AJAX, SQL, XML, HTML, JavaScript * Basic knowledge of relational database concepts and practices: table creation, writing stored procedures and views, etc. * Working knowledge of Visual Source Safe or equivalent source code management tool * Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies * Ability to learn and master front office computer applications and programs * Ability to work independently or as a member of a team * Self-starter: able to work with limited supervision and carry out tasks from start to finish * Must have the ability to follow instructions and guidelines carefully and generate accurate and tested results * Good verbal and written communication skills * Effective time management skills SALARY & BENEFITS We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit program, including safe harbor 401(k) contribution, profit sharing plan, disability and life insurance, high deductible health plan with an HSA, an on-site Health Center, Paid Time Off and elective dental benefits. We offer wellness programs and support a friendly and collegial culture, with company sponsored volunteer opportunities during business hours. DAVENPORT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Davenport & Company LLC provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, marital or domestic partner status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.