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