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Technology Analyst Program - Software Developer/Programmer

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Freddie Mac

Freddie Mac

Technology Analyst Program - Software Developer/Programmer

McLean, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Love coding? Want to create technology that matters? Begin your technology career today by joining the Freddie Mac Information Technology team through our College Hire program! This 12-month cohort program designed for recent Computer Science/Computer Engineering grads is the start of a fulltime career with an industry leader building the future of technology for the housing/finance industry.

    Our Impact:

    The Information Technology (IT) Division helps enable and transform Freddie Mac's business. We provide systems and technology that benefit the enterprise, customers, employees and our business partners. Our technology enhances the services we offer to our customers and improves productivity and performance for employees, making work easier.

    Your Impact:

    Be part of a team designing and coding the future technologies and applications that support Freddie Mac’s mission of making home possible.

    What you’ll be doing:

    Freddie Mac will support your continued professional development through access to targeted courses and learning opportunities, as well as exposure to senior management. You will gain knowledge of technology for the financial industry all while enhancing your own competencies, by:

    • Deepening technological knowledge while learning about Freddie Mac’s vital role in the mortgage market
    • Expanding your leadership, business, and analytical skills
    • Obtaining support and guidance from dedicated managers, experienced analysts and knowledgeable mentors
    • Participating in organized community service events to complement your professional development with personal growth
    • Being eligible to be sponsored to earn key technical certifications
    • Refining your personal brand and growing your internal network

    You’ll be working in the following areas:

    Software Development

    • Participate as a member of a project team to develop innovative, high-quality software solutions in an Agile development environment
    • Develop, modify, and design software based on requirements/design specifications
    • Help define business and user needs and processes; identify solutions, work with project team/sponsors in identifying best solution
    • Participate in requirements analysis; help design applications based on system requirements; promote top code quality and solve meaningful issues related to performance tuning and scalability
    • Build enhancements within existing applications to optimize efficiency
    • Support implementation of software application changes with aggressive deployment timelines.

    Application Support

    • Support core applications, including providing fixes to production defects and making enhancements
    • Quickly evaluate defects, investigate causes and come up with solutions to address defects
    • Provide production support and providing clear communication to on the resolution of incidents
  • Qualifications
    • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
    • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater
    • Experience with coding practices and languages (such as Java, C/C++, Python, Angular/Springboot, MongoDB/Postgres, OpenShift/Docker or others)
    • Graduation no more than 18 months prior to January 2021 start date
    • Knowledge of Agile software development project methodologies preferred
    • Demonstrated analytical ability and problem-solving skills
    • Excellent verbal and written communication
    • Organized, ability to meet deadlines, work independently, manage multiple priorities
  • Desired skills

    Keys to Success in this Role:

    • Ability to work effectively and productively in a team or independently
    • Technology-first mindset, outstanding analytical skills and drive for innovation
    • Willingness to try new things, spot opportunity and learn fast!
  • Industry
    Financial Services
  • About Us

    We are both leaders and collaborators, continuously building skills and pursuing innovative solutions. Above all, we are passionate about our mission of Making Home Possible. Join our inclusive and diverse culture, which is what drives our success and makes us a stronger company.