Software Developer

Job Summary:

The Software Developer reviews, analyzes, and modifies application programs including design, coding, unit testing, debugging, and installation.  They will consult with both external and internal customers to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives.   

They are expected to write documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, corrections, or manual for users to describe installation and operating procedures.  They are familiar with relational database software, data communications software, and hardware.  They rely on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.  They work under general supervision.  Perform a variety of tasks.  A certain degree amount of creativity is required. 

Essential Job Duties:

• Designs, builds, and maintains application systems. Has a working knowledge of data communications, and hardware. Creates programs applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems. Applies GeoComm Standards and suggests improvement to the Standards. May travel to customer sites to analyze issues and resolve them with occasional help.
• Coordinates medium sized projects from design through implementation. Creates schedules that are both aggressive and realistic. Creates project plans that are flexibility and adaptable. Focuses on project objectives.
• Communicates with Software Development Supervisor, Software Developers, Technical Support, Installation Services, and Technical Staff from other organizations to solve operational issues. Develops ability to communicate through professional development and skills training. Prepares a regular status report of projects in process. Meets with the Software Development Supervisor on a regular basis to discuss progress and variations from the original business requirements and technical approach used in the project. Creates appropriate documentation.
• Proficient in appropriate programming languages and SQL.
• Proficient in appropriate map engines, relational database systems, and other software components.
• Proficient in appropriate GeoComm Software Products.

Essential Universal Job Duties:

• Improves self in any way possible to enhance job performance. Acts as a model for other employees.
• Promotes the Company, its Mission, Values, programs, and achievements to the public and other employees.
• Identifies organizational problems and opportunities for improvement and brings solutions and suggestions to management's attention.
• Functions as a team member by assisting, supporting, and encouraging other employees in any way possible.
• Performs related work as required, willingly and eagerly.
• Meets deadlines as required.
• At work on time and focused on the tasks to be accomplished.
• Maintains a neat and organized work area.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education:                               Bachelor's Degree in BCIS, CS, or GIS

Related Experience:              2 - 5 years

Desirable Training and Experience:

• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other company personnel.
• The ability to perform highly responsible assignments requiring experience, judgment, and discretion for effective completion.
• A detailed knowledge of and/or experience in the GIS industry.
• Knowledge of Visual Studio, ASP AJAX, SQL Server, ArcObjects, MapObjects, Visual Basic, MapX, and other GIS related software programs
• Working knowledge of standard IBM computer hardware and Microsoft computer software programs.

The GeoComm Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age, or veteran status.

The GeoComm Corporation provides a drug-free working environment.

Please submit cover letter and resume to:

GeoComm
Attn: Human Resources
601 West St. Germain Street
St. Cloud, MN  56301