Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Learn more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance

We are seeking a Software Engineerto join our Systems & Technology group within the Human Services business unit. This position is open in our offices located in Princeton, NJ; Cambridge, MA; Washington, DC; Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; or remote. We are open to candidates with 3 or more years of software engineering experience.

At Mathematica, we take pride in our commitment to diversity. Building an inclusive culture that draws on the individual strengths of employees from different ethnic backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, abilities, and experiences is key to our success.

In this role, you will:

• Maintain our current Windows-based systems
• Work with SQL databases
• Build internal/external web applications with sleek designs and simple user experiences
• Build new applications and infrastructure within Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Write testable software, with a focus on incremental innovation
• Create data presentation-layers in the form of interactive dashboards and reports
• Work with project teams and end users to understand requirements for web-based products
• Conduct and participate in code reviews
• Document, maintain, and support application functionality
• Work both independently and on a team
• Be self-driven to learn, push new ideas, and teach others
• Gain on-the-job training in full stack software development skills through internal courses and external coding resources like LinkedIn Learning

Position Requirements:

You have experience with and interest in the following skills:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or another relevant field
• 3 or more years of professional experience as a Software Developer or similar role
• A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements
• Troubleshoot SQL or .NET issues in a timely fashion
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical staff on various projects
• Be self-driven to learn, push new ideas, and teach others
• Strong communication skills
• A strong understanding of .NET / ASP.NET web frameworks
• Ability to program in either C# or VB.NET
• 1-5 years of Structured Query Language (SQL)

Nice-to-have Skills:

• TypeScript, HTML, CSS, or other open-source tools
• Experience with developing in the cloud with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Experience with modern source, build, and deploy tools
• Experience in creating wireframes for prototyping needs

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $70,000 - $100,000. This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.

Various federal agencies with whom we contract require that staff successfully undergo a background investigation or security clearance as a condition of working on the project. If you are assigned to such a project, you will be required to obtain the requisites security clearance.

In accordance with Executive Order 14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability (which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, location preference, and salary expectations.

Available Locations: Princeton, NJ; Cambridge, MA; Washington, DC; Ann Arbor, MI; Chicago, IL; Oakland, CA; Seattle, WA; or remote

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