About Careertakes

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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Software Developer to join an agile engineering team in Jacksonville, FL. This entry-level role focuses on full-stack development using C#, .NET/.NET Core, Angular (2+), and Microsoft SQL Server. You’ll work with small, cross-functional teams that own features end-to-end — from design and implementation to testing and deployment.

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What You’ll Do

• In a .NET environment, code, test, debug, and implement custom application components in C# using microservices approaches and Angular 2+ for front-end work.
• Write and optimize T-SQL queries, join datasets, and work with Microsoft SQL Server to support application features.
• Integrate components across modules and potentially across disparate applications and services.
• Produce technical specifications, design notes, and user-facing documentation.
• Collaborate with DevOps, QA, DB architects, and product analysts to drive successful delivery from development to deployment.
• Propose and implement tools or process improvements that increase team productivity and code quality.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited U.S. institution.
• ~2 years of professional software development experience (internships, co-ops, or significant projects may be considered).
• Working knowledge of C# and the .NET Framework and .NET Core.
• Understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive web design fundamentals.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and writing SQL/T-SQL queries.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and common software design fundamentals.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and client/server architecture.
• Basic debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile/Scrum environment.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, academic, or personal project experience with Angular, C#, or SQL Server.
• Familiarity with Entity Framework / EF Core.
• Exposure to Azure DevOps, GitHub, or other CI/CD tools and workflows.
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit, MSTest, Jasmine, Karma).
• Understanding of dependency injection and modern architecture patterns.
• Experience consuming or developing REST APIs and familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Agile development practices.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to increase productivity while validating outputs for accuracy and security.

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Work Authorization & Clearance

• Security clearance is not required at hire. Candidate must be capable of obtaining a Secret clearance if needed for future assignments.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Benefits & Compensation

• Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (approximately $62,400–$72,800 per year).
• 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting and a discretionary match (4%).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and eligible dependents.
• Paid time off (PTO), holidays, bereavement, and military leave.
• Health and dependent care FSAs.
• Company-provided life/AD&D coverage and access to supplemental life/disability plans.
• TRICARE supplement, Employee Assistance Program, tuition assistance, professional development, and bonus programs.

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Why You’ll Like This Role

• Opportunity to apply ideas across the full application stack, not just a single area.
• Work within a close-knit team of developers, testers, DB architects, DevOps engineers, and analysts.
• A culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and ownership of work.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale software used by defense and commercial asset managers.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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