Software Engineer/Web Application Developer/Computer Programmer (II/III) - NOV21-04

Company: Human Resources Research Organization
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

Human Resources Research Organization (HumRRO) is seeking to hire a full-time Software Engineer/Web Application Developer/Computer Programmer (for level II or III). Would you like to have a direct impact on the business world? Do you want to work for a supportive team that values hard work, collaboration, and innovation? If so, please read on!The location for this position is at our headquarters (Alexandria VA) or the San Diego CA metro area. This programming position pays a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer our employees outstanding healthcare, retirement benefits, flexible work options, annual professional development support and an enriching environment in which to focus or diversify their talents and contribute to the benefit of our clients, society and science. If this sounds like the right programming opportunity for you, apply today!ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCES RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (HumRRO)We were originally created in 1951 by the Department of the Army to conduct behavioral science research and development in training methodologies and applications. Today, we are a nationally recognized non-profit organization located near Old Town Alexandria that conducts applied research and provides consulting. We help our clients with customized solutions for complex business, HR, educational and organizational challenges. Our areas of expertise include personnel selection and classification, education research and evaluation, human capital management, measurement and analytics, talent development, leadership development and evaluation, employment research, policy analysis, survey research and professional credentialing.We are results-oriented, characterized by competence, objectivity, professionalism, integrity, energy, and commitment. Our employees enjoy a highly collaborative and supportive environment that fosters innovation, ethical practice, and outstanding customer service. Our climate encourages diligence among our staff who remain engaged in each new challenge. We also offer competitive compensation to our valued employees.A DAY IN THE LIFE AS A SOFTWARE ENGINEER/WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER/COMPUTER PROGRAMMER (II/III)As a Software Engineer/Web Application Developer/Computer Programmer (II/III) at HumRRO, you contribute to the development of online applications used for testing, education, training, and psychological research. You are on the front line of taking us into the future. Along with your team, you design, develop, and maintain online assessments, surveys, and item banking web applications. You get to help develop custom web applications and databases, design computer-based and online training systems and integrate with learning management, applicant tracking or other systems.As a Level III employee, you interact with internal and external clients to create software requirements, test case development, and user acceptance documentation, as well as create reports, briefings and other work product preparation products. At Level II or III, you must be self-motivated and will appreciate that you are not micromanaged. You will be expected to think critically and contribute to designing novel solutions to complex, abstract problems. Though you may have an analytical mind and often work independently, good interpersonal and communication skills will also be essential to your successas you do spend a significant amount of time collaborating with others.QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SOFTWARE ENGINEER/WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPER/COMPUTER PROGRAMMER (II/III)Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science or a related field is required. Equivalent demonstrated ability may be considered.Applicants must have an additional 3 years (level II), or 5 years (level III) of related professional experience.Advanced skills in full stack development using ASP.NET, ASP.NET Core, C#, MVC 3+, Entity Framework, modern JavaScript frameworks like Angular JS and jQuery, and MS SQL. Equivalent skills in other frameworks (e.g J2EE) may be considered. Experience with cloud services, infrastructure virtualization and deployment/orchestration in AWS.Strong skills with HTML 5, CSS and responsive design, jQuery, Kendo UI and using the Agile method in Visual Studio Team Services/Azure DevOpsCompetency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)U.S. citizenship is required for this position based on government contract requirements.Experience with: frontend Single Page Application frameworks (such as angular, react, node.js), other high-level programming languages (e.g. Java), web accessibility (Section 508), AWS, DevOps, CI/CD, SCORM, animation, multimedia, interactive GUI or mobile devices is highly desirable. Knowledge of the scientific method is useful but not essential.Do you have effective communication skills, both written and verbal? Are you flexible and willing to work on a variety of tasks and projects? Do you work well with others? Are you able to manage your time and prioritize tasks effectively? If so, you might be perfect for this Software Engineer/Web Application Developer/Computer Programmer (II/III) position!PROGRAMMING WORK SCHEDULEThis is a full-time position with a typical Monday - Friday work schedule in our Alexandria VA office or in the San Diego CA metro area.READY TO JOIN OUR PROGRAMMING TEAM?If you feel that you would be right for this Software Engineer/Web Application Developer/Computer Programmer (II/III) position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, medical condition, or disability. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.All employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.Named one of "50 Great Places to Work" by Washingtonian magazine, 2019, and one of the "Top Workplaces" by The Washington Post for 2020 and 2021

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