At Agate Software, we are building a better world by revolutionizing how government agencies and nonprofits manage their grant processes. Our solutions empower our customers to maximize their resources, drive compliance, and focus on their core missions of distributing millions of dollars in funding for critical social services.
Our success is built on three pillars: Innovation, Integrity, and Impact. For over 20 years, Agate Software has been at the forefront of transformative innovation in the grant management industry. Our journey is marked by groundbreaking achievements and a commitment to pushing boundaries. By simplifying complex workflows, enhancing transparency, and turbo-charging efficiency, we enable our customers to maximize the impact of their funding.
Always challenging the status quo, we strive to set new industry standards and we are seeking the brightest minds to join us in this mission. If you're ready to apply your expertise in a dynamic, growth-oriented, mission-driven environment, read on to see how this position aligns with your skills and interests!
Please note that this is an onsite position that is eligible for a hybrid schedule (3 days required onsite/2 days remote) after the first 90 days.
What We're Looking For
Agate is building a highly configurable platform that powers complex, data-driven solutions. We are hiring a Software Developer I to help extend and tailor that platform for real-world customer use cases.
This is an early-career role designed for high-potential builders, not passive task executors. You’ll work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment where requirements are not always perfect, and success depends on your ability to ask the right questions, take ownership, and figure things out.
The ideal candidate is strong in SQL, comfortable with front-end fundamentals, and hungry to grow into a full-stack developer. You should be the type of person who doesn’t wait to be told what to do - you actively seek clarity, push work forward, and take pride in delivering outcomes.
What You'll Do
- Build and enhance data-driven features using SQL and front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Translate business requirements into clear, maintainable, and testable solution
- Implement low-complexity features and progressively take on more ownership as you ramp
- Debug and troubleshoot issues by analyzing data, requirements, and system behavior
- Contribute to extending Agate’s configurable platform for client-specific use cases
- Participate in Agile workflows including standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
- Engage in code reviews as both a contributor and developing reviewer
- Write clean, readable code aligned with team standards and best practices
- Document work clearly and communicate progress, blockers, and risks proactively
- Raise concerns when requirements are unclear or incomplete and help drive clarity
What You'll Bring
Technical Capabilities
- Proficiency in SQL (joins, stored procedures, CRUD operations, basic optimization)
- Working knowledge of HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), and JavaScript
- Understanding of core programming concepts (functions, variables, control flow, error handling)
- Ability to read, interpret, and execute against business requirements
Preferred (Not Required)
- Exposure to VB.NET or C#.NET
- Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe)
Mindset
- Self-starter**:** you proactively seek work, clarity, and ways to contribute
- Problem solver**:** you're comfortable debugging and working through ambiguity without step-by-step direction
- Curious learner**:** you're driven to actively build new skills (SQL depth, .NET, platform knowledge)
- Accountable**:** you take ownership of outcomes, not just tasks
- Communicative**:** you raise blockers early and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teammates
- Resilient**:** you thrive in a fast-moving, evolving environment with imperfect inputs
What Makes This Role Exciting
- Real impact from day one: you’ll work on live enterprise-level customer implementations, not internal side projects
- Build on a flexible platform: create custom solutions on top of a configurable system
- High ownership, low bureaucracy: your contributions directly affect delivery speed and product quality
- Accelerated learning curve: exposure to SQL-heavy systems, front-end development, and platform architecture
- Clear growth path: defined progression from Developer I → II → III with increasing ownership and complexity
- Startup environment: operate with a team that values initiative, speed, and problem-solving over rigid process
What Success Looks Like
Within your first 90 days, you’ll be expected to:
- Write optimized, multi-table SQL queries and build basic stored procedures independently.
- Build clean, responsive UI elements using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript per project standards.
- Complete assigned tasks within estimated timeframes, requiring minimal rework.
- Deliver low- to medium-complexity tasks independently.
- Participate actively in Agile rituals, estimation, and team ceremonies.
- Communicate clearly, provide regular updates, and flag blockers early.
- Write production-ready code that passes code review, testing, and customer acceptance.
- Show measurable progress toward learning .NET (VB or C#).
- Expand SQL proficiency by tackling progressively complex challenges.
By month four, you should be demonstrating equitable productivity with your peers - able to handle assigned work independently, contribute meaningfully to the team, and actively support code quality and customer outcomes.
At Agate Software you'll be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference through cutting-edge technology and unwavering dedication to our impactful work. If you're ready to make a significant contribution to communities in need and grow your career in an inspiring and challenging environment, apply today!
Diversity Commitment:
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where an expansive range of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives are the foundation for innovation. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the brightest minds from all walks of life, and we encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity, and all those who can provide different perspectives that contribute to the diversification of our team. Individuals who embrace innovation and intellectual curiosity are invited to bring their unique personal and professional experiences to the table to enrich our creativity, thought leadership, and discovery.
Work Authorization: Please note that some customer assignments may require additional eligibility, vetting, or access approvals based on contract, security, or regulatory requirements.
To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.