Software Developer

Higginbotham • Full-time • Fort Worth, Texas, United States • $64.85k - $99.14k / year • 1m ago

Position Summary: The Software Developer will design, build, and maintain secure, maintainable, and well-documented applications. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to high-impact business solutions. We are looking for developers who are not only skilled but also curious, passionate, and problem solvers at heart that will fit within our team’s culture. Personal projects and independent work are a key part of how we evaluate talent, as they demonstrate creativity, persistence, and practical learning. You’ll join a team where autonomy and innovation are balanced with strong engineering standards guided by Higginbotham’s Software Development Policy.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Tasks:

Design, code, test, and deploy software applications across web and cloud environments
Develop APIs and backend services using Python (Flask, Pandas, integrations)
Implement and manage solutions in Azure (Web Apps, Function Apps, Storage Accounts, Key Vaults, etc.)
Write efficient and scalable SQL queries; experience with Snowflake is a plus
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git, Azure DevOps preferred)
Collaborate on Windows development tasks
Build responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
Ensure applications are secure, reliable, scalable, and properly documented
Participate in code reviews, documentation practices, and peer collaboration
Present and explain design decisions, trade-offs, and lessons learned

Core Competencies:

Ability to Analyze and Solve Problems: Skill in recognizing challenges, exploring options, and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner
Attention to Detail: A strong focus on completing tasks and projects accurately and thoroughly
Communication Skills: Capable of expressing ideas clearly in both verbal and written forms and engaging with various audiences
Timely Task Completion: Ability to finish tasks and projects efficiently, managing resources and priorities effectively
Team Collaboration: Willingness to work together with others, promoting teamwork and supporting shared goals
Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and addressing the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure their satisfaction
Dependability: Acknowledgment of the importance of being present and punctual
Creative Thinking: Openness to suggesting new ideas and methods to improve processes and outcome
Organizational Skills: Capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing situations and priorities, showing resilience in a dynamic work environment

Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent practical experience
2–5 years of professional software development experience (internships and personal projects count toward this)
Strong problem-solving skills with a portfolio (GitHub/GitLab/Website) showcasing personal or open-source projects
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Systems:

Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficient in Python, including Flask, Pandas, and API integrations
Experience with Azure Cloud Services
Strong SQL knowledge; Snowflake experience preferred
Git workflows and CI/CD (Azure DevOps a plus)
Familiarity with Windows development
Front-end web technologies: HTML, JavaScript, CSS

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 25 pounds
Repeated use of sight to read documents and computer screens
Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone and in person
Repetitive hand movements, such as keyboarding, writing, 10-key
Walking, bending, sitting, reaching and stretching in all directions

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