FAST Software Engineer
Brooklyn New York
FAST Software Engineer
Full Time • Brooklyn New York
Job Title: FAST Software Engineer (Programmer/Developer – Mid Level)
Location: Onsite – 15 Metrotech Center, Brooklyn, NY
Duration: 6 Months (May 4, 2026 – November 1, 2026)
Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday–Friday, standard business hours)
Total Hours: 910 Hours
Max Rate: Up to $70/hour
Duration: 6 Months (May 4, 2026 – November 1, 2026)
Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday–Friday, standard business hours)
Total Hours: 910 Hours
Max Rate: Up to $70/hour
Project Overview:
The NYC Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) is leading a critical initiative to redesign the NYC Secure App along with a citywide campaign aimed at protecting residents from phone and online scams. With New Yorkers losing an estimated $6.5 billion annually to scams, this initiative will deliver a comprehensive, privacy-focused digital solution to prevent fraud, educate vulnerable populations, and provide support resources.
This project will integrate across multiple city programs including Cybersecurity, 311, and Digital Equity to establish a unified and scalable approach to resident protection.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a FAST Software Engineer to support the end-to-end technical execution of new features for the NYC Secure App (iOS & Android) and associated digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building scalable, secure, and privacy-centric systems that integrate with existing NYC infrastructure, data services, and workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop high-quality, scalable, and production-ready code with proper documentation and testing
- Build secure, responsive web applications aligned with NYC’s digital architecture
- Design and collaborate on core logic for mobile applications (iOS & Android) focused on scam/spam protection
- Develop accessible, responsive frontend resource sites using the NYC Design System
- Integrate digital reporting systems with existing city intake and backend platforms
- Apply industry-standard security and privacy protocols to protect user data
- Conduct unit testing and ensure code quality in collaboration with engineering leads
- Work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers in an Agile environment
- Participate in technical architecture discussions and contribute to solution design
- Adapt to new technologies or frameworks as needed to meet project goals
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Software Engineer or Application Developer
- Strong full-stack development experience with responsive web applications
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (product, design, engineering)
- Proficiency with Git-based version control workflows
- Experience with Agile/story-based tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps, Trello)
- Experience leading technical design and writing implementation plans
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with design system libraries
- Experience in mobile application development (iOS and/or Android)
- Knowledge of security best practices, encryption standards, and privacy-by-design principles
- Experience working with large-scale enterprise systems or legacy integrations
- Exposure to public-sector or large organizational environments
Additional Information:
- This is a fully onsite role based in Brooklyn, NY
- Overtime must be pre-approved by the project manager
- Candidates must be able to work within a highly collaborative, fast-paced Agile environment
Compensation: $70.00 per hour
About Us
Priority Cares Home Services is a New York-based agency dedicated to providing compassionate care to communities across Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Westchester, and Staten Island. We offer coordination services for various Medicaid waiver programs, including NHTD, TBI, and PCA.
Our experienced team ensures that clients receive top-quality care from their designated caregivers, with ongoing support and information available as needed. We prioritize the comfort and well-being of both clients and caregivers, ensuring that aid/caregivers are paid on time and without hassle.
Our experienced team ensures that clients receive top-quality care from their designated caregivers, with ongoing support and information available as needed. We prioritize the comfort and well-being of both clients and caregivers, ensuring that aid/caregivers are paid on time and without hassle.
MISSION
We are dedicated to delivering compassionate and reliable home care services that empower individuals to live with dignity and independence. Through CDPAP, NHTD, and TBI services, we ensure our clients receive personalized care that promotes well-being and enhances quality of life.
VISION
To lead the home care industry in providing comprehensive, person-centered services that enable individuals to thrive in their own homes while fostering greater community support and involvement.
To lead the home care industry in providing comprehensive, person-centered services that enable individuals to thrive in their own homes while fostering greater community support and involvement.
VALUES
- Compassion: We put the well-being of our clients first, ensuring their comfort and care are at the heart of everything we do.
- Independence: We support individuals in maintaining control over their lives and decisions through personalized care.
- Respect: Every individual is treated with dignity, ensuring that their needs and preferences are prioritized.
- Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in care provision, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Inclusivity: We are committed to serving diverse populations and making our services accessible to all.