Junior Application Developer

OverviewWe are seeking a highly motivated Junior Application Developer to join our team supporting NICHD’s modernization and application sustainment efforts. The developer will contribute to the maintenance, enhancement, and development of mission-critical applications across a diverse portfolio that includes .NET, SharePoint, Drupal, Power Platform, and a range of database and reporting technologies.ResponsibilitiesSupport the maintenance and enhancement of existing applications including SharePoint workflows, .NET applications, and Drupal-based websitesAssist with new application development using approved NICHD technologies, including low-code platforms (e.g., Power Apps) and enterprise frameworksPerform code updates, bug fixes, and small feature developments under supervisionDevelop and execute unit and integration testsParticipate in Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives)Follow NIH, HHS, and NICHD software standards including Section 508 compliance and USWDS for accessible, user-centered designWork with team leads to maintain DevOps pipelines, manage deployments, and validate successful transitions across dev/test/prod environmentsCollaborate on documentation including user guides, release notes, and training materialsAssist in the monitoring and performance analysis of supported systems, identifying issues before they affect usersCommunicate regularly with cross-functional team members, including Product Manager, QA, and senior developersQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)1+ years of experience in software/application developmentBasic experience with one or more of the (C#, MVC/WebForms)SharePoint (2013 or later, including workflows)Drupal or another CMSSQL (SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL)JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSSFamiliarity with Agile/Scrum software development lifecycleUnderstanding of code versioning tools such as GitExposure to testing frameworks and writing basic test casesStrong verbal and written communication skillsAnalytical Thinking - Ability to assess and understand system requirements and translate them into functional codeProblem-Solving - Comfortable debugging and troubleshooting application issues in a structured and timely mannerAdaptability - Able to work with a variety of technologies and pivot between tasks in a dynamic environmentCollaboration - Works well in Agile teams, listens actively, and contributes positively to discussions and planning sessionsAttention to Detail - Follows coding standards, adheres to documentation guidelines, and ensures quality in all deliverablesExperienceExperience working in a federal or health IT environment, preferably at NIHFamiliarity withPower Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate)Power BI or other data visualization toolsDevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, etc.)Accessibility compliance (Section 508, WCAG)Experience contributing to API development or integrationsCompensationThe salary range is $65,000-85,000/year. The salary range for this position reflects a variety of factors that influence compensation decisions, including skills, experience, training, certifications, and organizational needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-05