Description :
Innovative thinking and cutting-edge breakthroughs have made us the leading provider of software solutions to nonprofit organizations around the globe. If you've got knowledge of any .NET language (will also consider VB 6.0, Java, COM and C++ skills) and SQL Server, a team-oriented attitude and the desire to experience rapid and unlimited growth potential, apply now for our Software Developer/Engineer position. If you've got the right stuff, you'll join a creative and dynamic team working on the next generation of Blackbaud's signature solutions. These solutions help nonprofit organizations maximize fundraising and manage their day-to-day operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to work minutes from the beach while mastering your skills. Blackbaud's track record of stability and growth for more than two decades means talented people with enthusiastic, team-oriented attitudes have the opportunity to advance.
As a Software Developer/Engineer you will:
Brainstorm and formulate cutting-edge product breakthroughs, defining architecture and product functionality
Take a hands-on approach while participating in all phases of the development process
Help establish product milestones and schedules by prioritizing issues and ensuring deadlines are met
Evaluate performance of key application elements and fine-tune them to cover the range of customer use
Required Experience:
Blackbaud will consider only candidates who have:
A bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
At least two years in packaged commercial software development
Fluent with any .NET language (will also consider VB 6.0, Java, COM and C++ skills used in a commercial application environment acceptable)
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2000 (Any experience with SQL Server 2005 is a great bonus)
Experience making positive contributions in a team environment
A diligent work ethic and the discipline to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate solutions
Preferred Experience:
Blackbaud will give priority consideration to candidates who have one of the following:
Experience using transact SQL to build stored procedures, UDFs etc.
Working knowledge of building and in particular, consuming web services
Experience designing and building reports on the Microsoft Reporting Services platform
Experience with smart client technology a bonus (ClickOnce)
Experience with reading, authoring and editing XML documents
