Software Developer - US Based Remote Opportunity

About UsDo you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.If you are an experienced Software Engineer professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for a Software Developer.ResponsibilitiesOur Software Developer position reports to our Senior Director of Technology Strategy and is part of a team of developers designing and developing both web-based and mobile software products for Common App. Our Developers work in a team environment to assist in software architecture design and to implement high quality software products that meet the needs of the Common App community. This position plans, develops, modifies and tests software components using .NET technologies within an Amazon Web Service and Agile development environment to create new products and enhance existing software systems. The developer also utilizes various tools (such as GitHub Copilot and Claude Code) to deliver .NET and Angular solutions at an accelerated velocity.RequirementsQUALIFICATIONSThis role requires:Candidates must live in the United StatesWilling to travel to attend twice annual Common App RetreatBachelor's degree in computer science4-6 years of experience in software development/technical support jobsComfortable with use of AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, Github Copilot or similar)Familiarity with Agentic Frameworks (e.g., MCP/Model Context Protocol, tool-calling schemas) and context window optimizationAbility to design complex "System Prompts" and RAG-style workflows to ground AI outputs in specific business logic and cloud architectureIntermediate ability to "audit" AI code, identifying technical debt, security issues, or architectural patternsAbility to use tools like Claude Design, Figma Make or similar to move from discovery to functional prototype quickly and ensure UI components align with design standardsProficient in Python or TypeScript for building AI utilities and automation scriptsProficient in .Net core 2+, HTML5, CSS3, and C#Proficient in Angular 2+ frontend framework, Visual Studio Code IDEProficient with SQL queries and stored proceduresFamiliar with Amazon Web Services: DynamoDB, Redis, RDS, LambdaProficient in version control like GitHubAble to evaluate and make recommendations based on simple Proof of ConceptsUnderstanding of OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities and secure coding practicesEffective communication skills (verbal and written) and team collaboration skillsThe ideal candidate will possess:AWS Certified DeveloperPrevious experience in a job dealing with Amazon Web Services. Experience with AWS .Net SDKExperience with managing state in Angular 2+ Applications or NGRXExperience with Entity Framework or other ORMFamiliar with web analytics tools such as Google AnalyticsFamiliar with continuous integration (CI) tools like JenkinsExperience building and deploying a production-grade AI agent or tool-calling integrationA passion for higher education is a plus. PAY RANGETarget hiring salary range $95,000 - $100,000BenefitsCommon App is a virtual first environment. We value our employees' time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including:Work-Life balanceVirtual-first officePaid Time Off (PTO)Seven company-wide holidaysNine floating holidays*Sick leaveMonthly mental health dayfloating holidays prorated depending on start dateVirtual-first supportChoice of PC of MAC laptopMay choose an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and/or headsetOne-time office set-up stipendMonthly remote work stipendMonthly mobile stipendFinancial securityMarket-based salariesPerformance-based bonus403(b) retirement plan5% company contributionadditional 5% company match3-year vesting scheduleParticipation may begin immediatelyHealth & wellnessChoice of two health insurance plansHealth Savings Account, depending on health plan selectionMedical Flexible Savings Account, depending on health plan selectionVision insuranceDental insuranceInsurance coverage begins on the date of hireDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountMaven virtual clinic for women's and family healthCompany provided life and ad&d insuranceOpportunity to purchase additional life insurance for self, spouse, and dependentsCompany provided short and long-term disability insuranceCareer developmentBudgeted annual funds for professional developmentGrowth opportunities within the companyAdditional perksMutual of Omaha Employee Assistance ProgramMutual of Omaha will preparation servicesMutual of Omaha travel assistancePayroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws1Password family accountWe work to maintain the best possible environment for our staff, where people can learn and grow. We strive to provide a diverse, collaborative, team-oriented, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.How Do i ApplyTo apply for this opportunity, send your resume and cover letter with salary expectations.PROTECTING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION:During the recruiting process, please note that Common App will never:Provide a job offer without an interviewAsk for payment to process documents, purchase equipment or for any other reasonRequest banking or credit card informationDirect you to third-party services to obtain visas or other documentationAs we work alongside you through our recruitment process, please remain alert and never provide financial information or payment to anyone claiming to offer a job opportunity.If you believe you're a victim of a job scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your state attorney general. 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