Software Developer

at  CDC Foundation

The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives by unleashing the power of collaboration between CDC, philanthropies, corporations, organizations and individuals to protect the health, safety and security of America and the world. The CDC Foundation is the go-to nonprofit authorized by Congress to mobilize philanthropic partners and private-sector resources to support CDC’s critical health protection mission. Since 1995, the CDC Foundation has raised over $1.9 billion and launched more than 1,300 programs impacting a variety of health threats from chronic disease conditions including cardiovascular disease and cancer, to infectious diseases like rotavirus and HIV, to emergency responses, including COVID-19 and Ebola. The CDC Foundation managed hundreds of programs in the United States and in more than 90 countries last year. Visit www.cdcfoundation.org for more information.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience and proficiency in programming languages such as C#. NET, VB.NET, SQL, or JavaScript.
• Experience with software development frameworks and libraries (e.g., MVC, jQuery, Razor, Bootstrap, etc).
• Experience and proficiency in web development, relational databases, and using windows operating systems.
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL) and version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and deploying software applications.
• Knowledge of engineering best practices such as source control, automated testing, continuous integration and deployment, and peer review.
• Experience with agile development methodologies, software design patterns, and best practices.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience and ability conveying technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively.
• Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and translate them into scalable software solutions.
• Experience working on cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams that deliver digital products and services in an incremental, user-focused environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities.
• Ability to switch between projects.
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; and the ability to develop productive working relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams.
• Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications in collaboration with project teams.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using various programming languages and development frameworks.
• Participate in the design and architecture of software solutions to meet the public health agency’s project requirements and scalability needs.
• Identify and implement best practices for software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and testing methodologies.
• Conduct thorough testing of software applications to identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and other software defects.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure the delivery of reliable and user-friendly software solutions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and project managers, to deliver integrated software solutions.
• Participate in agile development processes, sprint planning, and team meetings to prioritize tasks and track progress.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies in software development.
• Provide guidance on new tools, frameworks, and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of software development efforts.