Software Developer

GFT is seeking a Software Developer to join our Practice or CBG Team in Chicago, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Downtown Chicago, IL office.

At GFT, we're not just engineering the future; we're meticulously building it. Our comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services are the cornerstone of our commitment to transforming communities and enhancing lives. We oversee every construction phase to help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

What you'll be challenged to do:

Looking for an individual to serve in a versatile role, exposed to many different types of projects and responsibilities within an agile software development team. This position will mainly include, but not be limited to, website and mobile app development for technical applications within the construction industry and in support of the GFT software development team.

Desired skills: C#, .NET, SQL, Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word), Java. Proficiency in the following areas is a plus: MAUI, Visual Studio, Entity Framework/Entity Framework Core, ASP.NET Core, relational database concepts, Source Control (TFS, GitHub), MVC, HTML, CSS, XML, frameworks (React/Vue/Angular or similar), VBA, Azure, ESRI (GIS), agile development process, and mobile app development.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Software development using C#, JavaScript, ASP.NET, HTML/CSS, Razor, and SQL.
• Mobile application development for existing and new websites using MAUI, Xamarin, Swift, and Bluetooth technology.
• Assist in the test-driven development (TDD) software development process to take software requirements and convert them into test cases before software is fully developed.
• Use Visual Studio IDE and code management platforms for checking-out and merging code.
• Assist in planning and development of scope of work with the project team.
• Assist clients or team members with technical issues.
• Assist in identifying client needs and opportunities; interact in client project meetings.
• Participate in code reviews of candidate code and other team member's work.
• Research and stay up to date on the latest tools, technologies, trends and approaches for testing and incorporating the ones that make sense.
• Participate in the preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, schedules, studies, and designs required for the completion of assigned projects.
• Design and code complex algorithms, and test code effectively (compose, document, execute a test plan).
• Participate in weekly team meetings.
• Document software in accordance with development standards and
• Database development and management using Microsoft SQL Server.
• Analyze website traffic and recommend any necessary improvements.
• Analyze website error messages (in Azure), investigate, and implement fixes.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and all applicable technologies, including scripting, security, authoring tools, and new languages.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Chicago, IL

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000
Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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