Developer 1

ACE Scholarships•Greenwood Village, CO

1d•$64,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Developer I (Business Systems) is an entry-level development role responsible for supporting the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of ACE Scholarships' business systems and customer-facing digital solutions. Working under the direction of the Vice President of Business Technology, this position contributes to software development projects involving ServiceNow, workflow automation, APIs, integrations, web applications, reporting tools, and cloud-based platforms. The Developer I partners with Business Systems, Operations, Customer Service, Development, and Program teams to translate documented requirements into reliable, scalable, and user-friendly technical solutions. This role is ideal for an individual who has demonstrated strong technical aptitude, enjoys solving problems, and is eager to contribute to business systems development in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent technical experience may be substituted.
Demonstrated experience with software development, automation, integrations, technical implementation projects, or business systems development.
Required day-one familiarity with ServiceNow, JavaScript, APIs and integrations, workflow automation, HTML/CSS.
Preferred experience with AI and automation tools.
Prior experience as a Systems Business Analyst, Technical Analyst, or similar role may substitute for traditional development experience.
Strong desire to contribute to the design, development, and support of business technology solutions.

Nice To Haves

Foundational understanding of software development methodologies and programming concepts.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively.
Working knowledge of web technologies, APIs, integrations, automation, and cloud-based applications.
Understanding of software testing, debugging, and quality assurance practices.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.
Strong alignment with ACE's mission, values, and founding principles.

Responsibilities

Develop, test, maintain, and support software solutions that support ACE Scholarships' business operations and customer-facing systems.
Contribute to web applications, portals, workflows, automations, integrations, and enhancement requests.
Troubleshoot defects and support continuous improvement of existing systems and applications.
Support development, configuration, and enhancement activities within ServiceNow and related business platforms.
Build and maintain workflows, forms, automation routines, business rules, and user-facing functionality.
Assist with operational efficiency improvements through system enhancements and workflow optimization.
Support APIs, integrations, data exchange processes, and workflow automation initiatives.
Assist in development and maintenance of automated business processes and connected systems.
Help improve operational efficiency through technology-enabled solutions and business system enhancements.
Participate in testing, validation, deployment, troubleshooting, and release activities.
Investigate, document, and support resolution of customer-facing and operational system issues.
Assist with production support activities and ensure solutions meet business requirements and quality standards.
Support AI and automation initiatives across ACE Scholarships' platforms and business processes.
Participate in the implementation, testing, and refinement of automation and AI-enabled solutions.
Continuously explore opportunities to improve efficiency, customer experience, and operational effectiveness through technology.
Collaborate with Business Systems Analysts, Technical Program Managers, Developers, Operations, and business stakeholders.
Participate in solution design discussions and technical planning activities.
Help translate documented requirements into functional technical solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance (with generous employer contribution)
Dental Insurance (with generous employer contribution)
Vision Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
HSA, FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent Care FSA pre-tax spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free, Employer-paid Short-term, Long-term, and AD&D insurance
401(k) with 6% employer match with immediate vesting
Monthly cellphone stipend
Scholarships for employee’s children actively enrolled in a K-12 private school ($3,500 per child, up to $10,500 per year)
On-site amenities at Colorado home office include employer-paid parking, gym, café, and building security, and in-suite coffee, snack bar, and walking treadmill.