Software Developer

Software Developer

Company: Carter Support Services

Location:  Houston

Position Summary

Carter Support Services is seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions that support internal operations and client-facing services. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and user-focused applications that align with business goals and service excellence.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer who enjoys solving problems, writing clean and efficient code, and contributing to continuous improvement across systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and system components
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues and performance bottlenecks
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, security, and consistency
• Integrate applications with third-party APIs, databases, and internal systems
• Support deployments, updates, and ongoing system maintenance
• Contribute to process improvements, technical standards, and documentation

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional software development experience
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, C#, Java)
• Experience with web or application development frameworks
• Strong understanding of databases and data structures (SQL and/or NoSQL)
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Experience with debugging, testing, and performance optimization
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a support services, MSP, or operations-focused environment
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with RESTful APIs and system integrations
• Understanding of security best practices and data protection

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to code quality
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Customer- and service-oriented mindset

Why Carter Support Services

• Opportunity to work on meaningful solutions that support real-world operations
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Room for professional growth and skill development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package