Introduction

The City of Charlotte Innovation & Technology (I&T) Department - Enterprise Applications Division is seeking a JavaScript developer experienced in React.js and React Native to fill a Software Developer Senior position. A focus for this position will be front-end web applications, back-end APIs, and mobile apps. The Sr. React Developer (Software Developer Senior) will support existing applications, enhance existing applications, and provide new applications and services. This position will work with a team of developers, creating and maintaining applications that serve internal staff and residents in the City of Charlotte.

Overview
The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation's largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone - a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.
Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain code objects using JavaScript, React.js, React Native, and other technologies as necessary for a project.
• Work with customers to determine the scope of effort for projects and detail the information in a Scope of Work document.
• Work with customers to gather business process and system requirements; document as required.
• Provide customer support and troubleshooting for custom and COTS applications.
• Assist in project quality assurance, including developing test plans, executing test plans, and completing ad-hoc testing.
• Follow configuration management and change management procedures as established by I&T.
• Provide technical leadership on complex projects.
• Formulate application scope, objectives, and specifications.
• Responsible for program design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Perform any other assignments as directed by the technical team leader or Application Development Manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• JavaScript
• React.js & React Native (Must)
• Apollo GraphQL (Server & Client)
• HTML/CSS
• Microsoft SQL Server or similar Database Management System
• SQL Server Integration Service (SSIS)
• Understanding of integration platforms and typical design architectures. Usage of source control tools such as Git or Bitbucket.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Application infrastructure technologies and supporting technologies such as networks, servers, and security devices
• React JS
• Mobile Development (React Native)
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• .Net
• BizTalk
• Oracle PL/SQL
• Python
• Prior usage of Jira Software
• Experience with cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS

Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or equivalent and seven years relevant work experience

OR

Associate's Degree and five years relevant work experience

OR

Bachelor's level degree and three years relevant work experience

OR

Master's level degree and one year relevant work experience or any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Conditions of Employment
The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How To Apply
Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.
Benefits
The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
In Conclusion

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