Software Developer - VLN Partners, LLC

VLN Partners, LLP is a research-based K-12 education services provider that has developed a revolutionary model for technology-enhanced instruction called the holistic model for blended learning. We are a quality driven service and consulting organization that works with school districts to help them embrace 21st century learning. What we do that sets us apart from any other company today is we form working partnerships with public school districts (K-12) to help them compete with cyber charter schools and other external education providers.

VLN Partners is seeking an experienced Software Developer to develop, test, and maintain our web-based applications. The qualified candidate will write and test code using approved specifications, ensure functional alignment with customer and client’s needs, make approved changes as prescribed by the management team, analyze performance of the software, and make recommendations where needed.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to consistently perform the following essential duties:

•             Development and testing of software for internal business systems and external customer applications

•             Develop upgrades for existing applications

•             Provide ongoing support of existing web applications

•             Monitor quality and performance of applications through testing and maintenance

•             Follow testing procedures and protocols

•             Have an eye for detail and a talent for identifying problems and solutions

•             Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team, yet work independently as needed to meet deadlines

•             Keep detailed and concise documentation of project information and status

•             Collaborate with internal staff to ensure the accuracy of online content

•             Possess a general understanding of business including system analysis and commercial experience

The qualifications we are looking for are mixture of work experience and educational background.

They are split into Minimum Qualifications (must have) and Additional Qualifications (nice to have) along with soft skills (competencies) needed for the role:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
• 2+ yrs. experience in Web Application Development technologies.
• 1+ years of experience working with Microsoft environments: Microsoft Visual Studio, C#, .Net, MVC, Microsoft SQL Server, REST APIs
• 1+ years of experience with the creation of technical documentation (audit, guides, etc.)

Soft Skills:

• Proven ability to learn new technology, best practices, procedures at an advanced pace.
• Ability to explain technical problems to non-technical people.
• Sense of urgency and ownership in handling Customer issues
• Independent and self-learner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical Skills in relation to problem-solving abilities - thinks outside the box with a ‘can-do attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not designed to be utilized as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

This job operates in a professional office environment or remote home office location. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.  Periods of stress may occur. 

This role may occasionally encounter Protected Health Information, Personal Identifiable Information or Privacy Records, and it is essential that all employees adhere to confidentiality requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Harris’ Security and