Applications Developer

Air Line Pilots Association, Int'l.•Tysons (McLean), VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) is seeking an experienced Applications Developer for its McLean, Virginia, office. The role gathers user requirements, performs systems design and analysis, and develops and tests web applications, including complex applications. The developer contributes to the lifecycle development of web projects and helps integrate corporate technical architecture standards and strategy. They collaborate with Web Architects, Web Developers, technology specialists, and other departments to implement projects and strategy; research, identify, and recommend design and technology infrastructure alternatives; and help ensure consistent use of industry-standard technical architecture standards. The position also assists with complex problem resolution and may provide management with recommendations and information about technology direction, drawbacks, and glitches. Routine work includes using the CRM system, testing websites, identifying technical problems, and staying current with advances and international web standards and protocols and their effects on the business environment. The successful candidate communicates effectively, pays close attention to detail, and applies creativity, concentration, and an understanding of clients and customers. Local, national, and international travel is 5–10%; international travel may be required infrequently. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Partial remote work opportunities are available after six months of service. Relocation and sponsorship are not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant area, such as Computer Science, IT, or Web Applications, or an equivalent combination of education and practical experience; additional directly applicable experience may be substituted for the academic requirement at management discretion.
At least 3 years of related experience.
Strong knowledge of .NET frameworks such as .NET Core, MVC, and Blazor.
Experience with Visual Studio, C#, and SQL.
A firm understanding of sound solution architecture for scalable enterprise web applications and services.
Excellent oral and written interpersonal and communication skills for interacting effectively with internal and external contacts at all levels.
Self-starter with professional maturity and sound judgment, capable of independent decision-making.
Exceptional time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and transition between projects.
Microsoft Word and Outlook proficiency.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or completion of postgraduate courses in a related field.
Five or more years of related experience.
Experience with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system or Association Management System (AMS), such as Aptify.
Experience with responsively designed web application development.
Advanced UI/frontend design skills, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and other CSS frameworks.
Experience with requirements gathering, design, and working with systems analysts.
Strong data analytics background, particularly analyzing large datasets from various sources to extract meaningful insights and trends.

Responsibilities

Gather user requirements and perform systems design and analysis.
Develop and test web applications, including complex applications.
Contribute to the lifecycle development of web projects and support integration of corporate technical architecture standards and strategy.
Collaborate with Web Architects, Web Developers, technology specialists, and other departments to implement projects and strategy.
Research, identify, and recommend design and technology infrastructure alternatives, and assist with their design when appropriate.
Ensure consistent use of industry-standard technical architecture standards.
Assist with complex problem resolution and provide management with technology recommendations and information when appropriate.
Use the CRM system, test websites, and identify technical problems.
Keep up to date with advances and international web standards and protocols and their effects on the business environment.

Benefits

401(k) plan with a 12% non-elective employer contribution and a 2% contribution to a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment; employee contributions are not required.
Employees may make pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax 401(k) contributions, and the plan permits in-plan Roth conversions.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members, with Aetna PPO, Aetna High Deductible Health Plan, and Kaiser HMO options where available.
No employee premiums when enrolled in the Aetna High Deductible Health Plan or Kaiser HMO Plan.
15 days of paid vacation and 13 holidays per year.
Two paid volunteer days per year.
Sick and bereavement leave.
Parental leave.
Company-paid long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts.
Retiree health plan and retiree health account for eligible medical expenses in retirement.
Education Assistance Program reimbursing 100% of eligible expenses.
Optional legal plan, supplemental life insurance, college 529 plan, pet insurance, long-term care insurance, and qualified transportation fringe benefits where available.
Partial remote work opportunities after six months of service.