Backend Software Developer Intern Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Job Summary

This role is for a temporary Contractor and is slated for 9-12 months.

Battelle's MDS team is seeking an experienced Full-Stack Software Developer Contractor to support modernization of a mission-critical Purchase Tracking System using Angular, .NET, and Azure services.

In this role, you will help replace a legacy purchasing workflow application with a modern, secure web application architecture. The current system supports quality-related purchasing workflows across the organization and is being modernized to reduce operational, security, maintenance, and audit risk. You will work as part of the PTS development team under the direction of the Software Lead, contributing to MVP development, pilot rollout support, and production readiness.

Responsibilities

• Develops, modifies, debugs and evaluates programs for assigned functional areas.
• Analyzes existing programs and formulates logic for new systems. Formulates logic, prepares flowcharting, performs coding and tests/debugs programs.
• Develops conversion and system implementation plans.
• Prepares and obtains approval of system and programming documentation.
• Recommends changes in development maintenance and system standards.
• Reviews system requirements and business processes.
• Maintains current knowledge and skills on relevant topics and technologies. Includes pursuing/maintaining technical certifications, as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• The selected candidate will support development of the modernized PTS application using established enterprise architecture patterns and development standards.
• As a Full-Stack Software Developer Contractor, you will:
• Develop application features using Angular and .NET Web API.
• Implement REST APIs, user interface components, and database integrations.
• Integrate with enterprise services, including Microsoft Entra ID authentication, Azure SQL, and Azure Blob Storage.
• Follow enterprise GitHub development workflows, CI/CD pipelines, and security scanning standards.
• Participate in design reviews, pull requests, testing, and defect remediation.
• Support pilot rollout activities and production readiness efforts.
• Contribute technical documentation supporting system implementation and ongoing maintainability.

Technical Environment

• The modernization effort is expected to include the following technologies and platform services:
• Angular front-end application development
• NET 8 Web API backend services
• SQL Server data storage
• Azure Blob Storage for attachments
• Microsoft Entra ID authentication with application roles
• Azure Application Insights for telemetry and monitoring
• Azure-hosted container/Kubernetes environment
• GitHub repositories and GitHub Actions CI/CD workflows
• JFrog Artifactory for package management
• Azure Key Vault for secure secret storage

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least five years of experience developing enterprise software applications.
• Full-stack development experience across front-end, API, and data layers.
• Experience with .NET, C#, ASP.NET Web API, and modern cloud technologies.
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks such as Angular or React and single-page application architecture.
• Experience working with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming models.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical project team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with GitHub and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience deploying applications in containerized or Kubernetes environments.
• Familiarity with Azure services such as Application Insights, Blob Storage, and Key Vault.
• Experience working with enterprise systems such as Costpoint, ServiceNow, or other ERP platforms.
• Background that would not preclude the ability to obtain a security clearance, if required.

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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