Software Developer

Description

Role: The Software Developer role will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and implementing software solutions that meet the needs of Blaze Credit Union and contribute to the success of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, a passion for technology, and a commitment to delivering high-quality code. This position requires 5 days in office.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Software Development:
• Design, develop, and maintain software applications, features, and enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write clean, efficient, secure, and well-documented code.
• Debug and troubleshoot software issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Coding and Testing:
• Develop high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Conduct thorough testing of software to ensure functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address and resolve issues.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with product managers, designers, analysts, subject matter experts, and other developers to understand project requirements and deliver optimal solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure best practices.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Technology Research:
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Research and evaluate new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance development processes.
• Support:
• Serve as tier three escalation resource for the Help Desk.

Other Duties

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the Patriot Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control
• Exhibit Blaze’s Core Value’s: Better Lives, Thoughtfully Compassionate, Minnesota’s Best, and Give Back
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned to support effective department operation

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere, and we encourage diverse applicant depth and breadth. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

We are committed to providing salary ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on your experience, qualifications, location, and internal equity considerations.

The salary range for this position is: $92,000 - $125,000. This range reflects the base salary for this position. We have other benefits associated with this position which include: low-cost medical (as low as $20 a paycheck), dental insurance, vision insurance, quarterly bonuses, generous vacation and sick time hours, paid leave options, up to 6% 401k contribution, and tuition reimbursement. 

Requirements

Experience/Education/Certifications/Licenses

• Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or 10 years equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of computer related experience, including managing relational databases and providing database security
• Minimum 5 to 6 years progressive software development experience

Demonstrated Knowledge

• Microsoft Windows server/desktop operating systems and Microsoft Office is required 
• Proficiency with C#, .NET, Python, React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL
• Preferred: Visual Studio; Dev Ops exposure; Bit Bucket, Git, Microsoft Logic Apps/Power Automate, etc.
• Strong analytical and business analysis skills 
• Well organized, efficient, detail-oriented and able to work independently and as a member of a team 
• Possess good organizational and project management skills, with proven capability in delivering new software capabilities and/or bug fixes on time.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours to accommodate the changing needs of the credit union 

Communication Skills

Ability to proactively respond to members/staff to problem solve based on guidelines; written communications are based on templates but can be modified

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit and stand; answer calls; operate computer; interact with internal staff and public on the phone; travel to designated offices; lift up to 20 lbs