Applications Developer

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

1d•$80,884 - $139,923

About The Position

The Applications Developer gathers user requirements, performs systems design and analysis, and develops and tests potentially complex web applications. The role contributes to the lifecycle development of web projects and supports integration of corporate technical architecture standards and strategy. The developer collaborates with Web Architects, Web Developers, technology specialists, and other departments to implement projects and strategy; researches and recommends design and technology infrastructure alternatives; and assists with design when appropriate. The position ensures consistent use of industry-standard technical architecture standards, assists with complex problem resolution, and may provide management with recommendations and information about technology direction, drawbacks, and glitches. Routine work includes working in the CRM system, testing websites and identifying technical problems, and keeping current with advances in international web standards and protocols and their effects on the business environment. The role requires thoroughness, precision, strong communication, attention to detail, creativity, concentration, and an understanding of the client/customer base. Local, national, and international travel is 5–10%. Partial remote work opportunities are available after six months of service. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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 three 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 effective interaction 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; ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and transition easily between projects.
Microsoft Word and Outlook proficiency.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including operating a computer, smartphone, or tablet; maintaining stationary positions and moving about the office; and occasional lifting or moving of items and luggage.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or completion of post-graduate courses in a related field.
Five or more years of related experience.
Experience with a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) 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.
Background in data analytics, specifically 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 incorporate corporate technical architecture standards and strategy.
Collaborate with Web Architects, Web Developers, technology specialists, and other departments on project and strategy implementation.
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 efforts and, as appropriate, provide management with recommendations and information regarding technology direction, drawbacks, and glitches.
Work in the CRM system, test websites, and identify technical problems.
Keep up to date with advances in international web standards and protocols and how they affect the business environment.
Travel locally, nationally, and internationally as needed (5–10%).

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; no employee contribution is required.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage through available Aetna and Kaiser plans, with no employee premiums for enrollment in the Aetna High Deductible Health Plan or Kaiser HMO Plan.
15 days of paid vacation, 13 holidays, and 2 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.