Sr. Application Developer Location Hybrid work in Houston, TX : We are searching for a Sr. Application Developer for our client based in South Houston. This role is contract to hire and is a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office). Job Summary: We are seeking a talented Senior Developer with expertise in ASP.NET, Visual Basic, and SQL Enterprise technologies to join our innovative team. As a Senior Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements and exceed user expectations. You will leverage your technical skills and experience to lead development efforts, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our development processes.
Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain software applications using ASP.NET, Visual Basic, and SQL Enterprise technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements, propose technical solutions, and implement system enhancements. Lead development efforts and provide technical guidance to junior developers throughout the software development lifecycle. Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines. Optimize application performance and scalability through efficient code design, database optimization, and system tuning. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks in a timely manner. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement innovative solutions. Contribute to the improvement of development processes and tools to enhance team productivity and software quality. Provide technical support and guidance to stakeholders, including end-users and business partners. Mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence within the team. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Proven experience as a software developer with expertise in ASP.NET, Visual Basic, and SQL Enterprise technologies. Strong proficiency in developing web-based applications using ASP.NET MVC or Web Forms. Extensive experience with Visual Basic (VB.NET) for desktop and web application development. Solid understanding of relational database concepts and experience with SQL Server or similar database systems. Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database triggers. Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated leadership abilities, including mentoring and coaching junior team members. Preferred Qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Experience with modern web development frameworks such as ASP.NET Core or Angular. Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS. Familiarity with Agile methodologies and development tools such as Jira. Certification in Microsoft technologies (e.g., MCSD) is a plus. About ESP Services:
ESP Services (est. 2002) is the leading services company providing installation and maintenance to all Fare Collection Equipment Manufacturers and Transit Focused Electronics in North America. Our primary goal for manufacturers is to provide a labor force that is trained with skills specific to the industry requirements and equipment. Our experience and knowledge of Mass Transit operational requirements and equipment provide foresight into the logistical and project planning requirements necessary for successful installation activities. ESP Services currently has 135 employees over forty-five states and Canada. As well as being DBE/MBE certified in forty-eight states. We specialize in public sector transit integration projects. We implement and deliver vendor neutral hardware/software and services solutions based on the specific requirement for the transit authority and our technology partners. ESP has a long-standing workforce solutions practice focused on resourcing for our internal projects related to ongoing installation and maintenance of transit projects. ESP Services also has additional core placement/workforce solutions competency as a service in all facets of information technology, engineering, and business support domains. We have built a robust framework and delivery model to engage resources and employees across the country.
ESP Services in an Equal Opportunity Employer.
