Software Developer | Retail Systems

Kwik Trip•La Crosse, WI

9d•$97,647 - $146,470•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Software Developer 3, you’ll provide vision, mentorship, and technical leadership to our software development team. You’ll guide the development and support of IT solutions that drive Kwik Trip’s growth and help us serve our customers, coworkers, and suppliers. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Associate degree in Software Development or related field
4 to 6 years of application programming experience, including system analysis and working with users to define requirements
Knowledge of database design, application architecture, object-oriented programming, and design patterns
Strong proficiency with C#, .NET, and SQL
Experience building user interfaces using Blazor or a similar component‑based front‑end framework
Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Experience developing and consuming REST APIs using JSON
Experience authoring unit tests and integration tests
Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools as part of regular software delivery (for example, coding, refactoring, test authoring, or documentation)
Hands‑on experience developing and deploying applications in Microsoft Azure
Practical experience with Git and CI/CD workflows (build, test, deploy automation)
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or an equivalent tool
Strong understanding of modern SDLC practices (agile development, code reviews, branching strategies, version control workflows)
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Strong business orientation and understanding of key business operations
Experience with project management concepts and web technologies
Experience coaching or mentoring others on effective AI-assisted workflows, with attention to quality, review, and responsible use
Experience building Progressive Web Apps (PWA)
Experience with additional programming languages or legacy technologies such as PHP, Java, XML, SOAP, Stored Procedures, or FTP
Experience designing or building Azure-native solutions, such as Azure Functions, App Services, Storage, Key Vault, or Event Grid
Experience designing or maintaining advanced CI/CD pipelines
Experience with environment provisioning, monitoring, infrastructure automation, or cloud optimization practices
Proficiency in Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Project)

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and motivate software developers to ensure effective and successful development efforts
Share programming and analyst expertise, guiding the team in adopting new technologies
Recommend development tools, advanced technologies, and industry best practices
Coach developers on effective AI-assisted workflows and continuously improve how the team uses AI on complex work without lowering quality
Analyze business needs, develop specifications, and design, write, test, and implement software solutions
Document technical specifications, user guides, and training materials
Develop logical programs with normalized database design and user-friendly interfaces
Use and help advance AI-assisted software development as a normal part of design, coding, testing, and documentation, including recommending tools and practices that improve delivery
Perform thorough unit, system, and integration testing
Design and implement new CI/CD workflows tailored to project needs
Maintain and support applications, troubleshoot issues, and implement enhancements
Participate in rotating 24/7/365 on-call support
Coordinate and manage medium to large projects throughout the project lifecycle
Prepare and present recommended solutions to users and executives
Create project scope, plans, timelines, and communication strategies
Lead project teams and manage resources