Professional Application Designer

As an Applications Designer, you design, develop, install, test, and document software solutions across server, client, and web components. You contribute to technical architecture design, provide reusable solutions, and guide less experienced team members. In this role, you'll collaborate with architects and developers, ensure customer specifications are met, and deliver high-quality applications that adhere to industry standards. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and the ability to work independently while supporting a team environment. 3-month contract.

WORKSITE: Remote

WORK SCHEDULE: EST Standard business hours, Monday-Friday

PAY RATE: $33.00- $36.00 per hour

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)

• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families

• Additional voluntary benefits:

  • Group Life Insurance

  • Accidental Insurance

  • Critical Care

  • Short-Term Disability

What You'll Do:
• Design, develop, install, test, and document applications software across server, client, and web components
• Provide design documents and translate into component-level designs to accelerate development
• Deliver reusable components to increase cost-effectiveness and flexibility
• Analyze, design, and review applications to ensure customer specifications are satisfied
• Act as liaison between application architects and development teams to coordinate product development and implementation
• Collaborate with product teams and senior designers to define accurate design requirements
• Conduct technical research and evaluate tools/methodologies to ensure adherence to standards
• Develop technical documentation and oversee test-plan development, integration, and deployment
• Participate in business process sessions, project meetings, and joint application development sessions
• Function as a domain expert, guiding developers and coordinating activities to enhance product quality
• Provide leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel

What You'll Bring:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, MIS, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3 years of product design and support experience
• Experience with software design, SDLC, and development methodologies
• Strong knowledge of product systems design principles
• Experience with programming languages (C, SQL, Java), operating systems, hardware, and software
• 2 years of Linux and shell scripting experience
• Experience with Oracle databases and embedded SQL
• Familiarity with Visual Studio Code or other IDEs, including debugger tools
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Ability to create, maintain, and update technical documentation (design, testing documents)
• Experience developing and executing regression testing strategies (preferred)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and creative design skills
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with developers, customers, and management
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and switch quickly between priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources, screens, and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients.

Founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with over 50 years of combined experience, Fortuna is headquartered in McClellan, California, with additional offices in Los Angeles, New York, and satellite locations in the Philippines and Israel. We are proud members of several California service agreements including CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), CalPERS SpringFed Pool, and vendor pools for multiple municipalities and corporations.

Visit us at www.gofortuna.com

Salary : $33 - $36