Full-Stack Application Developer

Norfolk Southern•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a Full-Stack Application Developer based in Atlanta, Georgia. This position will be responsible for the overall application design and development of critical application components using Microfocus Cobol and Microsoft .NET. This individual will take part in the development of cutting-edge web applications solving challenging business needs. This position will build solutions from the ground up, starting with investigating design approaches, prototyping new solutions, and evaluating technical feasibility. This individual will be responsible for all aspects of development including design, development, testing, and maintenance of key systems. This position will work in a dynamic environment to deliver a forward-looking user experience while maintaining high-quality software. This position requires domestic travel approximately 2% of the time. When not required to travel, this individual will be required to telecommute to the office in alignment with Norfolk Southern’s office/remote - hybrid work policy, which requires in-office presence every work week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related, relevant field (equivalent foreign degree accepted).
Minimum of six (6) years of experience in an application development role.
At least six (6) years of experience using Microfocus Cobol and .NET technologies for application development.
At least six (6) years of experience applying data modeling and database programming skills (utilizing IBM DB2 or a comparable relational database environment).
At least six (6) years of experience working with agile methodologies (i.e., Scrum).
At least six (6) years of experience working with UML and design patterns.
At least six (6) years of experience working with containerized application environments (utilizing RedHat OpenShift or other similar platforms).
Demonstrated knowledge of Networks, firewalls, load balancers, and related concepts.
Demonstrated knowledge of Microfocus Cobol, including data structures, algorithms, enterprise systems, and asynchronous architectures.
Demonstrated knowledge of Web services software architecture and design (REST/SOAP), including security-based implementations.
Demonstrated knowledge of Tricentis – Tosca (test automation).
Demonstrated knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and/or front-end frameworks.
Demonstrated knowledge of Continuous integration tools such as Jenkins, Nexus, JUnit, Selenium, SonarQube, Maven, Gradle, Ant, SVN, GIT, Puppet, and/or Chef.
Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment.
Demonstrated ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

Deliver innovative, engaging web and desktop applications using the latest software technologies.
Fulfill several project requests simultaneously while working in a fast-paced environment.
Work with business partners and outside vendors to collect and confirm project business requirements.
Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders.
Identify design problems and devise solid technical solutions.
Take smart risks and champion new ideas.
Conduct system wide requirement analysis and work effort estimations.
Collaborate closely with the Project Manager, Architects, and Business Analysts.
Thoroughly understand the requirements and ability to develop detailed software designs.
Use best practices and coding standards.
Participate in peer-reviews and provide feedback.
Provide accurate and detailed weekly task reports.
Develop, maintain, troubleshoot, enhance, and document components developed by self and others as per the requirements and detailed design.