Volkswagen - Reston, VA
posted about 1 month ago
Electrify America is seeking a Software Developer II - Backend to support the development of its back-end systems. This role is crucial in creating technology-forward, cutting-edge software solutions that address the backend and downstream systems, including website and mobile app goals. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating and managing APIs that work across devices and with multiple external partners. The Backend Developer will leverage their experience to facilitate communication between servers, applications, and databases, ensuring that data is efficiently processed and served back to users in front-end code. As an expert in backend software development, the candidate will collaborate closely with front-end developers, backend developers, and vendors to provide server-side algorithms for user-facing web application elements. This position requires coding and creating logic to support the optimal functioning of web applications, with a focus on optimizing applications for response time and efficiency. The Backend Developer will be a key member of a team responsible for the software development lifecycle of applications that support and manage Electrify America's EV charging hardware. The role demands quick problem-solving skills, with a focus on long-term solutions that ensure optimal performance while managing load effectively. The candidate will analyze and translate business or functional requirements into technical requirements, conduct reviews, and resolve bugs or errors. Additionally, the Backend Developer will help build, maintain, and improve a system architecture that supports frequent enhancements and updates, keeping pace with trends and innovations as well as future business needs.