Job Description

The Application Developer is the driving force behind the delivery of technical solutions for Mobile/Web Applications, Application integrations and Back-end processes. Application Developers develop, document, and test software to ensure that the software meets the needs of end-users and achieves business goals. Application Developers provide technical guidance to development teams and oversee the technical aspects of all projects.

This is a hybrid role in our Newton, MA office.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Develops web-based forms using Docuphase Frevo and web development languages (e.g., JavaScript, Java, HTML) to meet established business and legal requirements for child care enrollment in Bright Horizons centers.Builds and maintains integrations between web applications using APIs or SQL-to-SQL jobs for form data submission into Bright Horizons administrative systems.Supports in-house infrastructure for forms management, including software upgrades, SSL cert maintenance, and working with SysAdmin team to configure and troubleshoot issues with single sign on, ADFS, etc.Work as part of a team with IT analysts, quality engineers, product managers, and business partners to deliver against business objectives.Advise team members and business partners on technical considerations, implementation problems, security constraints, etc. impacting the ability to build and develop desired forms.Work with Quality Engineers to ensure forms are adequately tested prior to release.Analyze, estimate, and delivery user stories and bugs assigned to meet time sensitive deadlines.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering3+ years of experience in application development with business applications in a fast paced environment would be considered in lieu of degree

Preferred Skills:

Designing, developing, and implementing business solutions from concept through to productionPrior experience with forms development software to build or enhance web-based forms (e.g., Docuphase / Frevo, Microsoft Forms, Google Forms, PowerApps, etc)Familiarity with web development languages (e.g., Javascript, Java, HTML)Building and maintaining integrations between web applications using APIs or SQL-to-SQL jobsKnowledge of information systems, infrastructure, and operational systems in a corporate business environment (e.g., ADFS, Azure, SecureAuth Single Sign On, etc).Experience designing systems with standard security protocols. Familiarity with common vulnerabilities and how to prevent them.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to tailor message to audience. Ability to communicate technology concepts to non-technical audiences.Interpersonal skills necessary to manage business and technical relationships with internal clientsKnowledgeable of best practices in information technology governance and application delivery

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering3+ years of experience in application development with business applications in a fast paced environment would be considered in lieu of degree

Preferred Skills:

Designing, developing, and implementing business solutions from concept through to productionPrior experience with forms development software to build or enhance web-based forms (e.g., Docuphase / Frevo, Microsoft Forms, Google Forms, PowerApps, etc)Familiarity with web development languages (e.g., Javascript, Java, HTML)Building and maintaining integrations between web applications using APIs or SQL-to-SQL jobsKnowledge of information systems, infrastructure, and operational systems in a corporate business environment (e.g., ADFS, Azure, SecureAuth Single Sign On, etc).Experience designing systems with standard security protocols. Familiarity with common vulnerabilities and how to prevent them.Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to tailor message to audience. Ability to communicate technology concepts to non-technical audiences.Interpersonal skills necessary to manage business and technical relationships with internal clientsKnowledgeable of best practices in information technology governance and application delivery

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us.

HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?

Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866.

Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English and EEO – Spanish along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.