Software Developer

We are looking for a driven, hands-on Software Developer to join our team to maintain and continue development of our highly customized, internal web-based system. This is a full-time, in-person position based in Irvington, NJ, and is best suited for someone who thrives in a structured but fast-paced environment, loves solving problems, and is ready to get deeply familiar with a unique, mature codebase.

Our proprietary system is built from the ground up using a custom framework and constantly evolving. We're looking for someone who is invested, able to troubleshoot effectively, and is eager to grow with the system and company.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the full scope of our custom web-based system (front and back end).

• Handle ongoing system updates, feature development, and bug fixes.

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to build user-requested features and improvements.

• Use JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5, PHP to work across the stack. Perl is a plus.

• Knowledge of AJAX/ Fetch communication procedures.

• Manage data retrieval and client-side rendering using JSON AJAX and JavaScript.

• Troubleshoot software-related issues and communicate effectively with both internal team members and clients.

• Adapt to a constantly evolving system that integrates direct feedback from customer requests.

• Communicate clearly with clients in a professional and timely manner

Tech Stack

• Front End: HTML5, JavaScript (custom framework)

• Back End: Perl, MySQL

• Legacy tools: Microsoft Access (used for query building, quick data lookups)

• Fully web-based.

Qualifications:

• Experience ranging from self-taught or with up to 2 years of professional experience

• Wager to learn and grow in a hands-on, in-house role.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently

• Willingness to work in-house

• A mindset of ownership and accountability

Benefits:

• Salary: $65,000 – $75,000 (While experience is valued, attitude, aptitude, and ownership matter most. For candidates who demonstrate strong self-taught ability and initiative, compensation will reflect their potential and contribution.)

• Health

• Retirement and PTO

If you're a driven developer who’s ready to take ownership of a powerful system, grow your skills, and be part of a company that values initiative and impact, we’d love to hear from you!