Junior .NET / React Developer

Open Intelligence is seeking a superstar Junior .NET/React Application Developer to join our team in support of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Grants Application Development Support (GADS) project. The developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining several web applications critical to the operation of the NIEHS Extramural Research and Training Division.

Our technical work in support of public health is as complex as it is rewarding and our clients appreciate and recognize the quality of work that we consistently deliver. The development team is kind, organized, respectful, and highly productive. If these are qualities that hold no value to you, please don’t apply for this position.

Due to COVID-19, all work is temporarily being performed remotely. 

• Open Intelligence is located in Raleigh, NC.
• The NIEHS is located in RTP, NC. 
• Occasional meetings are required in person at both locations. Please consider this when applying.

This is a FULL-TIME salaried position with the following benefits:

• Health Insurance (BCBSNC)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 15 days of PTO (annually)
• 10 federal holidays (annually)
• 401k matching.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support web-based applications using .NET and React 
• Support the modernization of legacy .NET applications. 
• Interact directly with end users and analysts to troubleshoot issues.

Basic Qualifications

• Federal background investigation required for security/badging.
• Must be independently motivated.
• Must be comfortable with juggling multiple priorities with the ability to manage time effectively.
• Must be able to work independently and communicate status and progress effectively.
• Must have the ability and desire to learn quickly.

Technical Qualifications

• C#.NET Web API and C#.NET MVC (legacy)
• .NET Framework 4.6.1 
• Entity Framework 6 (ORM)
• React 16.8.6
• LINQ (-To-Object,-To-Entity)
• AutoMapper 7
• Bootstrap 4
• Sass (SCSS)
• Ag Grid (community/free version)
• FontAwesome 5 (SVG)
• Webpack 4 (local development)
• Node.js 12 (local development)

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in an Agile development environment and JIRA.
• Git (or similar version control system)
• Section 508 compliance for web applications

   

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education. 
• 2-3 years of solid application development experience with references.

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Applications Systems Analyst (I)

Open Intelligence is seeking a superstar Applications Systems Analyst (I) with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to join our team in support of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Grants Application Development Support (GADS) project. You will be responsible for implementing strategic client initiatives and will support all stages of the application development lifecycle. This includes gathering and analyzing information, testing application software, and developing and communicating requirements and specifications. You will also support of our Help Desk (business hours). 

Our work in support of public health is as complex as it is rewarding, and our clients recognize the quality of work that we consistently deliver. Our development team and clients are kind, organized, respectful, and highly productive. If these are qualities that hold no value to you, please do not apply for this position.

Who is Open Intelligence?

Open Intelligence, founded in 2005, is an information technology and business solutions firm specializing in application and database development for the Federal scientific research community. The leadership and developers at Open Intelligence offer a combined experience of over 40 years of contracting service to the Federal Government. We are small and mighty…by design.

In addition to our technical expertise, we have a proven track record of efficient project management, agile methodologies, transparency in reporting, and clear and effective communication throughout the cycle of analysis, research, design, and implementation. Our clients praise our work, customer service, and innovative solutions.

Due to COVID-19, all work is temporarily being performed remotely. 

• Open Intelligence is located in Raleigh, NC.
• The NIEHS is located in RTP, NC. 
• Occasional meetings are required in person at both locations. Please consider this when applying.

This is a FULL-TIME salaried position with the following benefits:

• Health Insurance (BCBSNC)
• Dental Insurance (BCBSNC)
• Vision Insurance (BCBSNC)
• 15 days of PTO (annually)
• 10 federal holidays (annually)
• 401k with company matching

Responsibilities

• Analyze and translate business and user requirements into high-level features and detailed user stories with acceptance criteria.
• Monitor the help desk (during business hours) and create support tickets based on notifications received. 
• Break-down and prioritize delivery of product features by maintaining the product backlog and user stories
• Participate in meetings to clarify requirements, formulate design approaches, and confirm business needs.
• Derive and create business process models from customers and communicate business rules to developers
• Translate concepts into wireframes and mockups.
• Conduct multiple levels of testing, including functional, regression, user acceptance, and performance testing.
• Participate in Sprint backlog grooming meetings; explain feature priorities and requirements to the team
• Assist in user training, communication, presentations, and project documentation efforts
• Facilitate meetings with customers, prepare agendas, lead discussions, and record meeting minutes
• Support the project manager with risk tracking, change management and other project management tasks
• Work in a collaborative Agile Scrum team environment, estimate and plan iterative releases, conduct retrospectives

Basic Qualifications

• Familiarity with Agile software development methodology, processes, and techniques
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills along with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of team members
• Strong customer service skills and customer relationship management experience
• Ability to absorb and synthesize information from various outlets and develop presentations for the client
• Must be detail oriented with strong organization skills and effective at time management
• Working knowledge of common project management tools including the Microsoft Office Suite​
• Must be a highly motivated, reliable self-starter and can be counted on to complete assignments with minimal oversight

 Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher education.