Software Developer

Software Developer
Company: Carter Support Services
Location: Houston
Position Summary
Carter Support Services is seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions that support internal operations and client-facing services. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and user-focused applications that align with business goals and service excellence.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer who enjoys solving problems, writing clean and efficient code, and contributing to continuous improvement across systems and processes.
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and system components

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues and performance bottlenecks

• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, security, and consistency

• Integrate applications with third-party APIs, databases, and internal systems

• Support deployments, updates, and ongoing system maintenance

• Contribute to process improvements, technical standards, and documentation

Required Qualifications
• 2+ years of professional software development experience

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, C#, Java)

• Experience with web or application development frameworks

• Strong understanding of databases and data structures (SQL and/or NoSQL)

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)

• Experience with debugging, testing, and performance optimization

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in a support services, MSP, or operations-focused environment

• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud)

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

• Experience with RESTful APIs and system integrations

• Understanding of security best practices and data protection

Core Competencies
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Attention to detail and commitment to code quality

• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Customer- and service-oriented mindset

Why Carter Support Services
• Opportunity to work on meaningful solutions that support real-world operations

• Collaborative and supportive team culture

• Room for professional growth and skill development

• Competitive compensation and benefits package