Software Developer II Windows Application

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Position Title: Software Developer II – Windows Applications (Delphi/C# .NET)
Division: Applications Development
Reports to: Director of Applications Development
Job Status: Exempt, Full-time
Salary: $103,000.00 to $128,000.00 Annual, Commensurate with experience
Posting Dates: 10/03/2025 to 10/19/2025
Summary of Responsibilities 
We are seeking a Software Developer II to join our Application Development team.

This role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining Windows-based applications while supporting modernization efforts across our technology stack.

The ideal candidate will have strong skills in C# and .NET development, with experience or interest in legacy technologies like Delphi and emerging low-code platforms (e.g., Mendix).

Knowledge of Java and enterprise systems is a plus.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities 
 
Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
* Design, develop, and maintain Windows applications using C#, .NET, and Delphi.
* Collaborate with business analysts and other developers to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
* Support modernization initiatives, including integration with enterprise systems and APIs.
* Learn and apply low-code development tools (such as Mendix) to deliver business applications rapidly.
* Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to ensure software quality and maintainability.
* Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production and development environments.
* Contribute to team knowledge sharing, best practices, and continuous improvement.
* Performs other duties as assigned
 
Job Qualifications
 
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
* 2–5 years of software development experience.
* Proficiency in C# and .NET framework.
* Experience or familiarity with Delphi.
* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
* Ability to learn and adopt new tools and technologies quickly.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Nice to have: Java development experience, exposure to databases (SQL/Oracle/IBMi), or prior work with low-code platforms.
 
Working Conditions 
 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

 Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine.
* Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds
* All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry
* Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
* Ability to operate standard PC equipment
* Ability to handle stress associated with frequent deadlines and tight schedule
 
Hybrid Work Option
 
* Opportunity to work from home up to four days per week.

Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

Required Skill Profession

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