Web Developer Contract Full Time

Company Overview

SOLID (Solutions for Information Design) is a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of application design and development, research and analysis supporting workforce development and credentialing, and career counseling. For over two decades, SOLID has fostered a company culture that prioritizes family and flexibility, placing a strong emphasis on work-life balance and recognizing the importance of employees’ personal lives. Our culture encourages open communication, mutual respect, and understanding across departments, functional areas, and within teams. 

Join us, and you’ll be part of a collaborative team where knowledge-sharing is highly encouraged, inspiring a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment that thrives on pushing boundaries so that we can continue to stay at the forefront of innovative workforce development initiatives that expand career pathways for our nation’s workforce. We’re trailblazers in creating digital tools that empower U.S. service members to advance their professional careers. Our core clients include various federal agencies and all branches of the US Military, as well as commercial, higher education, and non-profit organizations.

Position Overview

Are you ready to take your development skills to the next level and make a real difference? At SOLID, we’re looking for a passionate Web Developer to join our dynamic and agile team. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of developing, coding, and maintaining custom web applications, as well as designing and enhancing SQL queries, reports, procedures, functions, and other essential back-end components. 

You’ll collaborate with subject matter experts to help implement automated business processes, ensuring our applications meet the unique needs of our clients. As a Web Developer, you will contribute to web application architecture planning and development, working with key internal and external stakeholders. In addition to honing your own skills alongside experienced developers, you’ll also provide guidance to less experienced team members, helping them grow and develop within the team.

By joining SOLID, you’ll play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge web applications that are used daily by U.S. Military service members. Our team leverages MVC development strategies and the Microsoft stack, so your proven experience with .NET / C#, Javascript, and SQL (or related technologies) is key to your success.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small but impactful team, creating solutions that significantly enhance the lives of U.S. Military service members and veterans.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of development, including front-end, back-end, and database development.
• Produce high-quality, testable, efficient code by using software development best practices. Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software and web applications to meet business and customer needs.
• Build integrated tools to expand projects, products, and SOLID capabilities.
• Ensure ongoing administrative and maintenance needs are considered and accounted for in developing new web-based products and features.
• Participate in the designing, architecting, planning, and overseeing of web-based projects.
• Utilize Microsoft Stack and other technologies (C#, .NET Core, JavaScript, SQL).
• Utilize data from various back-end services and databases via API. Participate in daily standups and provide updates on task progress.
• Research potential technology solutions in support of procurement efforts and improvements.
• Keep up with emerging technologies and industry trends, especially AI integration and tools such as Azure AI, Python, and Tensor.
• Provide team leadership in a technical lead and/or mentorship role.
• Participate in quality assurance and user testing activities.
• Leverage AI and machine learning technologies such as Azure ML to enhance web applications and improve user experiences.
• Integrate AI workflow automation solutions and tools to improve development practices.
• Collaborate effectively with other developers, engineers, analysts, clients and management
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field. Related experience and credentials may be considered in lieu of preferred education. 
• At least three (3+) years’ experience in a web developer or similar role. 
• Proven and demonstrated experience with MVC web applications and programming languages such as C#, SQL, JavaScript, jQuery, .NET, and API’s.
• Experience with AI and machine learning technologies, including implementation in web development projects or data analytics via Azure OpenAI, Python, Tensor, GitHub Copilot, GPT 3.5 or Lama.
• Familiarity with Entity Framework stored procedures and understanding of Transact-SQL syntax. Develop stored procedures, functions, packages, triggers, and views.
• Deep understanding of relational data and its conversion to vector DB or Manga.
• Experience integrating AI solutions and tools to optimize development practices and enhance user interfaces (certification preferred).
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, DevOps, GitHub, etc.
• Experience developing in the government contracting space (this is a full-time salaried role not tied to a specific contract).
• Experience with developing and upholding best practice naming, documentation and governance conventions.
• CompTIA Security + certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated experience working in an Agile software development environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Flexible and Supportive Work Environment: 100% remote work, flexible work schedules, and an optional alternate summer work schedule 
• Paid Time Off & Holidays: A generous amount of paid time off that increases over time, 11 paid holidays (including several floating holidays), and a paid family leave plan that allows parents the time and space to bond with their new child
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.  
• Financial Security and Retirement: A lucrative 401k Plan and annual merit bonuses
• Professional Development: Grow your skills with professional development opportunities sponsored by SOLID
• Internet Reimbursement: A monthly reimbursement for high-speed internet costs
• Annual Celebrations and fun virtual events! Spend time with and get to know your fellow “SOLIDzens!”

Salary will be commensurate with experience and education.  

This position will require and is dependent on the successful completion of a criminal background check. 

SOLID is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Equal Opportunity Clause §60-1.35, SOLID ensures that employees and applicants are not restricted from discussing or disclosing their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants. Our policies do not prohibit, or tend to prohibit, employees or applicants from discussing or disclosing their compensation.

All employees and applicants will have access to our nondiscrimination provision, which is included in our employee manuals and handbooks and posted in conspicuous places or electronically where they are readily available.