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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Paragon: Open IT Positions (Junior Application Developer)


Junior Application Developer

 
Pittsburgh

 
Overview

Entry level position that will participate in all phases of the software development life cycle including: requirements gathering, design, development, unit testing, and documentation for all Paragon applications. This includes creating new and maintaining existing Windows and Web applications as well as Win/Web services.

Primary Accountabilities

·         Maintain existing suite of VB/ASP.NET Windows and Web applications

·         Create new Windows and Web applications based on documented requirements (VB/ASP .NET, C#)

·         Complete and log project estimates for development deliverables and tasks

·         Manage Team Foundation Server (TFS) Product and Sprint Backlog Items for assigned tasks

·         Complete unit testing and change control documentation for all application updates

·         Maintain architecture and development team documentation

·         Write Structured Query Language (SQL) commands, stored procedures and functions to access/transfer data in and out of the database 

·         Participate in database architecture and schema review along with database team and with other business groups

·         Participate and lead code review sessions

·         Establishes priorities for multiple projects based on timeliness, importance, and urgency.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.  Approximately 1+ years of application programming, experience using VB.NET or C#. Ideal candidates will also have experience with: WinForms, Microsoft ASP.NET, and XML.  Working knowledge of the following also preferred:

                 
·         Experience working with object oriented programming and extending n-tier architectures

·         Experience utilizing Visual Studio 2008 or 2010

·         Experience utilizing Microsoft Team Foundation Services (TFS)

·         Proficiency using Microsoft SQL Server 2005 or 2008

·         Knowledge of CSLA.NET architecture or equivalent object oriented framework

·         Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Reporting Services

·         Knowledge of third-party application controls (Infragistics)

·         Knowledge of third-party code generation tools (CodeGen)

·         Knowledge of UML

About Paragon

Paragon is a technology and services company that has been in business since 1994.  We combine technology, creativity and efficient business processes to solve complex problems for insurance carriers.  Our services range from finding and then recovering missed deductibles and subrogation opportunities to performing complex accounting and reconciliation functions. 

Paragon offers a competitive salary, annual profit sharing plan, free parking, flex-time and an excellent benefits package (including healthcare, 401k and tuition reimbursement).  Candidates interested in this position should send a cover letter and their resume to careers@paragonars.com.