Application Developer III

Job Title: Application Developer III

Location: Jackson, MS ( Onsite)

Duration: 12 months

Position type: Contract

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Application Developer III with strong expertise in cloud technologies, enterprise application development, and DevOps practices.

This role requires a Subject Matter Expert (SME) capable of designing, developing, and supporting complex applications while working in a fully onsite environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise-level applications.
• Lead development efforts using Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• Build and maintain scalable APIs, backend services, and data-driven applications.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, business analysts, and infrastructure teams.
• Perform code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Support database design, data migration, and system integrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues efficiently.
• Participate in full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities.
  
  

Required Technical Skills

Operating Systems & Cloud

• Microsoft Azure – SME level (7 years)
• Microsoft Windows Server – Intermediate (3–5 years)
• z/OS – Intermediate (Preferred)
  
  

Programming & Development

• C# (.NET / .NET Core) – SME level
• JavaScript, JSON, YAML – SME level
• Strong experience in modern application architecture and API development
  
  

Database & Data Management

• SQL / SQL Server – SME level
• Advanced experience in:
• Data Modeling
• Schema Design
• Data Migration
• API Integration
• ADABAS Database – Intermediate (Preferred)
  

Infrastructure & Hardware

• Experience working in:
  
  

Enterprise Server Environments (Intermediate)

• Developer Workstations (Intermediate)

• Familiarity with:
  
  

Virtual Machines (VMs) – Intermediate (Preferred)

DevOps & Methodologies

• CI/CD Practices – SME level
• Azure DevOps – SME level
• Version Control (Git) – SME level
• Strong understanding of Agile and DevOps methodologies
  
  

Quality Assurance & Testing

Advanced experience in:

• Unit Testing
• Integration Testing
• Manual Testing

Strong skills in:

• Test Case Design
• UAT Support
• Data Testing / Test Leadership

Experience in:

• Performance Testing and optimization
• Experience with legacy systems such as ADABAS and z/OS
• Prior experience in government or public sector projects
• Knowledge of enterprise system modernization