Flat World Global Solutions Hiring for Junior Backend Developer Job at O’Fallon, MO Full Time

Opportunity Description: Junior Backend Web Developer
Classification: Exempt
Reporting To: Software Development Manager

Purpose of Role:

Prologue Technology is seeking a smart and enthusiastic back-end Junior Developer to join our growing team. At Prologue Technology we create the technology that powers our sister divisions at Flat World Global Solutions. Every day we provide new and innovative solutions for the transportation industry. At Prologue Technology, you will have an opportunity to work for a growing company that has created a fun and successful work culture and an environment that builds careers and a better way of life!

This is an in-office position and will require working in our O’Fallon, MO office weekly.

What you will be doing:

• Support and maintain critical web-based applications that run our core business.
• Work with key stakeholders to develop and deliver new functionality for our users and clients.
• Deliver well-structured, efficient and maintainable code that meets our high quality standards.
• Constantly challenge and expand your knowledge of reliable software architecture, programming and new technologies.
• Work with agile processes that are adapted to the team’s and project’s needs.

What you will need:

• Ability to work in our O’Fallon, MO office. This is not a remote position.
• Formal education in computer programming or equivalent experience.
• Experience in backend scripting is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in Object Oriented Programming.
• Knowledge and experience with an MVC framework.
• Comfortable with HTML, JavaScript (JQuery) and CSS.
• Good SQL skills and understanding of relational databases.
• Knowledge of PHP is a plus, but willingness to learn it is also acceptable.
• Knowledge or experience with Jira and GIT is a plus.
• Understanding of APIs, how they’re used, and what they’re used for.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary with a guaranteed 40 hours/week
• Excellent health benefits package including FREE dental coverage for employee (additional cost to add dependents)
• Profit sharing program
• Work – Life balance with above average PTO plan
• Company-wide employee appreciation activities
• You’ll join an organization acknowledged as Top Place to Work in 2018 & 2019, 2020 and 2021
• Intentional Positive Uplifting Culture of Success
• Company matched 401K (fully vested after 1 year of employment)

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

To learn more about Flat World Global Solutions and why we have been nominated in the Saint Louis Top Workplaces in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022, check us out at https://flatworldgs.com/flat-world-named-a-st-louis-top-workplace-for-fourth-consecutive-year/

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• O’Fallon, MO 63368: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
• This is NOT a remote position. Will you be available to work on-location in O’Fallon, MO, Monday through Friday, starting at 8:00 AM CST?

Work Location: One location