What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Developer position at Navy Federal Credit Union?
Overview
To design, build, and maintain software applications or systems that meet user needs and solve specific problems. They leverage programming languages, frameworks, and tools to create efficient, scalable, and user-friendly solutions, while collaborating with other team members and stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables. Work under minimal supervision and use complete understanding of business needs and objectives to support projects that have impact on the achievement of operational goals. Advanced skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.
Responsibilities
Additional Information
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
To design, build, and maintain software applications or systems that meet user needs and solve specific problems. They leverage programming languages, frameworks, and tools to create efficient, scalable, and user-friendly solutions, while collaborating with other team members and stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables. Work under minimal supervision and use complete understanding of business needs and objectives to support projects that have impact on the achievement of operational goals. Advanced skill set and proficiency with procedures and techniques.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and deploy advanced high-quality software solutions that meet business and technical requirements.
- Write advanced clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding standards, best practices, and security guidelines.
- Analyze complex technical challenges, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective solutions.
- Work closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to build advanced, scalable and reliable applications.
- Participate in peer code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality and team collaboration.
- Develop and execute complex unit tests, integration tests, and other quality assurance measures to ensure software reliability.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to enhance development efficiency.
- Maintain clear technical documentation for code, processes, and system architecture.
- Optimize complex code and applications for performance, scalability, and efficiency.
- Ensure applications meet security and compliance requirements, addressing vulnerabilities proactively.
- Bachelor's degree preferred in computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 5-7 years of experience in software development
- Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization.
- Advanced in one or more programming languages.
- Significant experience with development frameworks, APIs, and database management.
- Advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
- Significant experience with version control systems.
- Experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendors
- Advanced skill analyzing and organizing problems or work processes for technical solutions
- Advanced skill designing and deploying new, upgraded and/or existing systems
- Advanced skill in systems analysis, workflow, or procedural analysis
- Advanced database and presentation software skills
- Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
Additional Information
- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Accommodations: If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at medicalaccommodations@navyfederal.org or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.
Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.
Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.
Salary : $114,500 - $179,500