Software Developer

Software Developer – Independent Contractor

Location: Remote – United States or Canada
Work Classification: Independent Contractor
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM Pacific Time, based on assignment
Experience: 5+ years

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to design, develop, maintain, and enhance proprietary and commercial software applications. The ideal candidate will have strong full-stack development experience, cloud expertise, and a solid understanding of software architecture, SDLC, and modern development practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain web applications and software systems.
• Develop scalable and secure solutions using modern software engineering practices.
• Work closely with internal teams, stakeholders, vendors, and business partners to deliver technical solutions.
• Develop and maintain application frameworks and architectural standards.
• Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Work with Git/Subversion, continuous integration, and deployment processes.
• Identify and implement application updates, security patches, and vulnerability fixes.
• Maintain technical documentation covering applications, architectures, builds, and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and system issues.
• Support project management and organizational technology initiatives.
• Follow established IT policies, procedures, security standards, and development best practices.

Required Technical Skills

• 5+ years of full-stack software development experience.
• Strong experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and modern UI/UX development.
• Expert-level knowledge of at least one JavaScript framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• 2+ years of Python development experience, including algorithms and data structures.
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming, algorithms, and data structures.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, including PostgreSQL and/or T-SQL.
• Experience with ODBC integrations and database development.
• Experience with JSP, JDBC, XML, JSON, and JasperReports.
• Experience with Bootstrap or similar UI frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with Git or Subversion.
• Experience working with Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud environments, with at least 2–3 years of cloud experience.
• Familiarity with development tools such as IntelliJ IDEA, pgAdmin, and SQL Server Management Studio.
• Experience with JIRA, IssueTrak, or similar ticketing systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in software engineering and architecture design.
• Ability to independently manage projects and deliver assignments on time.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and detail-oriented.
• Passion for software quality, security, and continuous improvement.
• Awareness of current technology trends and modern IT delivery practices.
• Experience supporting organizational change and technology transformation initiatives.

Work Environment & Eligibility

• This is a fully remote independent contractor position.
• Candidates must reside in the United States or Canada.
• Candidates must be U.S./Canadian citizens or U.S. permanent residents, as applicable.
• Candidates must be available to collaborate during Pacific Time business hours.
• Work schedules may vary depending on project and assignment requirements.

Reporting & Collaboration

The Software Developer will report to the Applications Development Manager and work closely with IT management, department heads, internal IT teams, external vendors, and business partners.

Work Location: Remote