Associate Software Developer

Overview

Works with team and customer to build and modify software by writing code, debugging and fixing errors and improving performance. Maintains technical documentation and creates release notes for new features. Provides recommendations for applications and enhancements. 

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients to support various projects and solutions.
• Provide architecture, configuration, administration, and functional support to expand capabilities of microservices and apps running in Azure, AWS, and on-prem.
• Help implement and troubleshoot data ingestion and export workflows using queues, events, and APIs (e.g., Azure Event Grid, queues, KEDA-scaled jobs).
• Participate in developing and testing microservices and jobs that:
  • Process files and metadata
  • Apply access control logic based on Entra ID/Active Directory
  • Move data between environments (AWS → Azure, on-prem → Azure).
• Build software by writing code, as well as modify software to fix errors and/or improve its performance.
• Participate in developing and testing microservices and jobs that:
• Basic understanding of relational databases (SQL Server) and the ability to write simple queries and understand tables/relationships
• Familiarity with containerization concepts (e.g., Podman/containers, images, registries) and why containers are used in modern distributed systems.
• Willingness to use AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., code completion, refactoring, documentation helpers) in a disciplined way to improve productivity while maintaining code quality and security.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field required. Additional experience may substitute for degree.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle; Experience in the analysis, design, development, testing and implementation of enterprise scale apps.
• Experience working on a variety of software development projects.
• Experience with C#, HTML, and CSS.
• Understanding of how to implement solutions with multiple data sources.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must reside within a 75-mile radius of Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL or be willing to relocate prior to starting date.
• Ability to reliably commute to the office as business needs dictate.

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents, and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to communicate with others effectively.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service. 
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

About i3

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!