Software Developer - National Office (remote)

We are The Y, an association that values and is made stronger by its diverse people.<br><br>Job Description<br><br>The <strong>Software Developer</strong> is responsible for developing, maintaining, and integrating technology solutions that enable seamless operations and help the organization achieve its strategic goals.<br> <br><strong>YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) embraces a remote-first working environment which means most employees work remotely from a home office within the continental United States.</strong><br> <br>We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, defined benefit plan (retirement savings), defined contribution plan (403(b) plan, life and disability insurances, technology stipend, and generous paid time off, all in a work from anywhere in the continental U.S. workplace.<br><br>Qualifications<br> <br><ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li> <li>2+ years of professional software development experience.</li> <li>Hands-on experience with ASP.NET (C#), Entity Framework, LINQ, and MVC.NET.</li> <li>Exposure to MuleSoft Anypoint Platform (Anypoint Studio, CloudHub, DataWeave, API Manager, Runtime Manager) or other integration tools.</li> <li>Experience building and consuming REST APIs.</li> <li>Proficiency with SQL Server (queries, stored procedures, performance optimization).</li> <li>Some experience with React.js for front-end development and Drupal/PHP for CMS-based applications is a plus.</li> <li>Familiarity with Azure cloud services (App Services, Functions, storage, DevOps pipelines).</li> <li>Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Agile methodology.</li> <li>Understanding of modern software best practices (object-oriented design, microservices, clean code principles).</li> <li>Knowledge of security and data privacy practices for applications and integrations.</li> <li>Strong problem-solving and communication skills.</li> <li>A desire to learn new technologies and expand expertise over time.</li> </ul><br><br>Essential Functions<br> <br><ul> <li>Maintain and enhance existing .NET, React, and Drupal applications.</li> <li>Assist in the design and development of APIs and integrations using MuleSoft.</li> <li>Support and optimize SQL Server database solutions.</li> <li>Deploy, monitor, and support applications on Azure.</li> <li>Collaborate with business analysts and team members to translate requirements into technical solutions.</li> <li>Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.</li> <li>Troubleshoot and resolve issues across applications and integrations.</li> <li>Follow established SDLC processes, coding standards, and documentation practices.</li> <li>Stay up to date with emerging technologies and participate in continuous learning.</li> <li>Contribute to team knowledge sharing and process improvement.</li> <li>Performs other duties as assigned</li> </ul><br><br>Ymca Careers <br>Similar Positions <br><br><b>Application Support Analyst - National Office (Remote)</b><br><br>YMCA of the USA<br><br><b>Manager, Network Facilitation - Teens - National Office (Remote)</b><br><br>YMCA of the USA<br><br><b>Chief People & Culture Officer - National Office (Remote)</b><br><br>YMCA of the USA

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