Software Developer

Highlight Technologies

Washington, District of Columbia

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Database Design, Diversity, Federal Government, Internet Application, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Project/Program Management, Risk Management, Scalable System Development, Software Development, Team Player
LOCATION
Washington, District of Columbia
POSTED
30+ days ago
Overview:

Highlight is seeking a Washington, DC based Software Developer to join a new team supporting Department of Transportation. This role will build web applications and engage with non-technical stakeholders on project needs. Join us as a fellow employee owner! 

Responsibilities:
  • You will be responsible for optimization of backend performance within the web-based systems of an enterprise program management office. 
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 6-years’ experience in writing complex queries and design efficient schemas.
  • Proficiency in building scalable web applications and optimizing backend performance.
  • Proven ability to communicate technical trade-offs to non-technical partners, ensuring stakeholders understand the long-term impact of technical debt on business goals.
  • Bachelors degree in computer science
  • Ability to obtain/maintain public trust background check
About Highlight:

For over ten years, Highlight has provided Development and Modernization, Secure IT, and Mission Solution services to our federal government customers. Our team knows the technology; we understand how our customers and their stakeholders work; and we know how to implement industry best practices to deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions that minimize risk and maximize results.

 

Since our inception, Highlight has had an employee-first mindset. Our mission is to provide employees with rewarding and impactful career opportunities. In 2021, Highlight’s founder, Rebecca Andino, implemented an Employee Stock Ownership Plan to embody and expand our culture of transparency, teamwork and rewarding the work of our employees. By becoming an ESOP, our employee-owners share in the success of the company through their ownership stake. To learn more about ESOPS, check out: www.esopinfo.org

 

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics. Our team is dedicated to foster diversity within our teams to promote creativity, innovation, and teamwork to deliver the best solutions for our customers.

 

To receive compensation and benefits information for this role, contact us or email us at 

recruiting@highlighttech.com

  Please include the Req ID (this is at the top of the posting under the position title) in the subject line of the email.

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