Blue Ridge Associates
Senior Developer
Blue Ridge AssociatesUnited States2 days ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Where Technical Expertise Meets Purpose-Driven Impact

Leverage your development skills to create solutions that empower employees across the country to build financial independence.

At Blue Ridge Associates, we don’t just administer retirement plans — we help people build lasting financial security. Through Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and 401(k) services, we empower employees across the country to take ownership of their financial futures. We’re proud to be one of the top ESOP administration firms in the nation, serving a diverse range of companies that believe in sharing success with their people.

Whether remote or based in one of our seven offices across the country, our team members work together with a shared mission: to make it easy for retirement plan professionals and sponsors to provide wealth-building benefits to business owners and their employees.

We are looking for a Senior Developer

The Senior Developer will design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications using PHP, Python, SQL, and AWS. You will be responsible for building scalable software solutions, solving complex technical problems, and maintaining and enhancing our existing codebase. This role will allow you to work on exciting projects, develop software solutions from scratch, and maintain and improve our existing systems.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in modern web application development, with hands-on experience in technologies like PHP, React, JS, Python, SQL, and AWS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable software applications from the ground up.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in PHP, Python, SQL, and other languages.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Ensure software quality through unit tests, code reviews, and automated testing frameworks.
  • Troubleshoot and debug software defects and performance issues.
  • Optimize existing code to improve system performance and maintainability.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

  • Expertise in HTML5, CSS, JS, PHP, React, with experience in Python, SQL, and AWS.
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and/or functional programming and design patterns.
  • Experience with relational and non-relational databases.
  • Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
  • Solid understanding of cloud-based infrastructure (AWS).
  • Problem-solving skills for complex technical issues.
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies and best practices.

Education And Experience

  • 4+ years of professional experience as a software developer
  • Proven experience in designing and developing software solutions from scratch.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, etc.) and microservices architecture is a plus.
  • Familiarity with front-end technologies (JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS) is a plus.

You’ll join a company that works hard and supports one another — while doing work that truly matters.

We Offer

  • Remote-first work culture with in-office options (VA, MD, OH, IL, CA, MN)
  • Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
  • 401(k) with company match + HSA with contribution
  • Generous PTO for parental leave, vacation and holiday time
  • Support for certifications, association dues, and professional growth
  • Company culture built on community: happy hours, social events, committee opportunities, and volunteer opportunities to make a difference

Join Us as We Build Wealth for Generations

Everything we do is driven by our vision. We see a future where more people achieve financial independence, enjoy meaningful retirement, and leave a legacy.

To get there, we live by our values every day:

  • Precision – Accurate records, timely and error-free service.
  • Efficacy – We ensure compliance, support communication, and guide participants toward retirement readiness.
  • Advocacy – We champion regulatory and legislative change that benefits employers and employees.
  • Collaboration – Trusted partners to clients, advisors, and teammates alike.
  • Excellence – We bring personalized, proactive, high-touch service to everything we do.

This is more than a job. It’s your chance to create lasting impact — for your career and for the people whose futures you work to shape every day.

Apply now and make a career out of making a difference!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Must be authorized to work in the US.

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