Junior Software Engineer at Universal Background Screening

Job Description

Universal Background provides industry leading people insights to safety sensitive organizations in a simplified experience through our best-in-class background screening, drug testing, occupational health, and verification services. We are proudly ranked as an industry leader in quality and service delivery.

Job Summary

The Junior Software Engineer supports the development and maintenance of software applications by writing clean, maintainable code and assisting with system enhancements. In this role, the engineer collaborates closely with senior team members to implement features, troubleshoot application issues, and ensure overall system reliability. The position also provides support for cloud-based operations, helping monitor performance, resolve incidents, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, grow their technical skills, and contribute to a collaborative engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop & maintain applications using .NET Framework and related technologies
Write clean, maintainable code following established coding standards and best practices
Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality
Collaborate with senior engineers to design and implement new features
Debug and troubleshoot application issues across development and production environments
Work with databases to design queries, optimize performance and ensure data integrity
Support cloud-based applications and services on AWS or Azure platforms
Participate in agile development processes including daily standups, sprint planning and retrospectives
Document technical specifications and maintain system documentation
Assist in testing efforts including unit testing and integration testing
Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience
1+ year of professional software development experience
Working knowledge of .NET Framework (C#, ASP.NET, or .NET Core)
Basic understanding of cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)
Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL)
Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
Understanding of RESTful API concepts
Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Strong problem-solving skill with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Entity Framework or other ORM tools
Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS Lambda, S3, EC2, or Azure equivalents
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
Experience with containerization technologies (Docker)
Understanding of agile/scrum methodologies
Exposure to healthcare applications of HIPAA compliance requirements
Experience with modern development tools and AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub, CoPilot)
Knowledge of web application security best practices

Technical Environment

.NET Framework and .NET Core applications
Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
SQL Server and other relational databases
Modern development tools & IDE’s
Agile development practices
Both onsite and offshore development teams

Special Requirements

Must be available for 24/7 on-call responsibilities, including weekends and holidays.
Must be proficient in the English language, both written and verbal.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Selected candidates will be required to pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening. Universal Background is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa. Universal Background is committed to creating a diverse work environment and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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