The Software Engineer is responsible for adding new features, maintaining existing functionality, and providing support to First Advantage's key products.
This role involves working on a high-volume, security-intensive application and executing full life cycle software development.
The Software Engineer will integrate components into a fully functional system and develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
Responsibilities include documenting and maintaining software functionality, tailoring and deploying software tools, processes, and metrics, and applying industry standards and best practices.
Key responsibilities also include planning application design by clarifying goals and designing functionality, extending and improving software systems by implementing enhancements, and monitoring performance and results.
The engineer will design and apply standards and best practices to secure and protect systems from malicious and intentional misuse.
They will design, deploy, and manage cloud deployments using standardized tools, repeatable automated processes, and auditable accountability gates.
The role requires supporting production releases, fulfilling client queries, and identifying bugs or enhancements in the application.
Continuous learning is encouraged through participation in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging in professional organizations.
Collaboration and support among teammates are essential in fulfilling these responsibilities.
Requirements:
All personnel must be United States Citizens and have, for 3 of the past 5 years, resided in the United States or worked for the United States overseas in a federal or military capacity, or be a dependent of a federal or military employee serving overseas.
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent education or experience is required.
Candidates must have 3+ years of hands-on experience in programming Microsoft C# (preferred) or an equivalent language.
A minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience with relational databases such as Microsoft SQL Server is necessary.
Experience with object-oriented principles, design patterns, multi-tiered architectures, and software development best practices is required.
Candidates should have experience in web API, RESTful API design, JSON, XML, or other common standards, data structures, and protocols commonly used in creating internet services.
Experience with Vue.js (or equivalent frameworks) and TypeScript or JavaScript is required.
Familiarity with Azure or AWS (or equivalent cloud platforms) is necessary.
The ability to efficiently and effectively diagnose, debug, and resolve code issues is essential.
A methodical approach to troubleshooting complex problems is required.
Candidates must possess a collaborative attitude.
Value-add skills include experience with No-SQL Databases (e.g., CosmosDB, MongoDB), MVC/MVVM, MS Visual Studio, and Git source control.
Benefits:
First Advantage is undergoing a technology transformation, providing opportunities to work with advanced technologies and deliver best-in-class user experiences.
The position offers the chance to drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions and guide agile teams and clients through meaningful changes.
The salary range for this position is approximately $100,000-130,000 base annually, reflecting a good faith estimate to pay fairly based on the candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other relevant factors.
First Advantage is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and supporting qualified individuals in each role.
