Software Developer

Cayuse Holdings•Arlington, VA

12d•$110,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Software Developer will design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems. This position will require a detail-oriented problem-solver capable of analyzing software issues, collaborating on feature enhancements, and refining development processes while ensuring compliance with secure coding practices. This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: SharePoint/web design, software/application development, or software testing/QA.
Proficiency in HTML/CSS and familiarity with modern programming languages or frameworks (e.g., C#, Java, JavaScript, .NET).
Understanding of usability principles, accessibility standards, secure coding practices, and structured development lifecycles.
Experience with relational databases, RESTful services, or automated testing frameworks.
Active Secret Security clearance is required.
Must be able to pass a background check.
May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Strong analytical and debugging skills to identify software defects and resolve functionality gaps.
Exceptional teamwork and communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Adaptability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality solutions in dynamic environments.
Commitment to secure, maintainable, and scalable coding practices.
Self-driven, with an ability to independently prioritize tasks and meet project objectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting government or corporate intranets or mission-critical applications.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing tools, and performance or security testing methodologies.
Knowledge of web-based workflows, form design, and production support environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive software tests to identify and isolate software issues, failures, and their root causes.
Conduct system modification testing and validate readiness for implementation.
Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system, communicate detailed defect reports to software or web developers, and collaborate in resolution efforts.
Create and maintain a centralized database of known defects to support regression and triage processes.
Design, develop, and enhance application features, including refactoring code for reliability and efficiency.
Fix application defects and participate in requirements refinement, design discussions, and code reviews.
Implement automated and manual test cases, execute test plans, identify edge cases, and support defect triage and regression testing efforts.
Participate in software design reviews and provide input regarding functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and implementation schedules.
Collaborate with analysts, users, and leadership to translate requirements into functional, maintainable interfaces and applications.
Contribute to documentation processes, testing improvements, and troubleshooting across various development and production environments.
Other duties as assigned.