Application Developer 3
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Country: United States
Category: Data & Analytics
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: May 8, 2026
Job ID: 647279
Job Description
Job Title: Application Developer 3
Location: Atlanta, GA 30308
Contract Length: 3-year Contract
Rate: $66.40/hr - $71.40/hr
The Application Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting enterprise applications and data-driven solutions across the organization. This role combines application development, data engineering, low?code platform development, and business intelligence reporting. The ideal candidate will leverage tools such as Apache Spark, Databricks, OutSystems, and the Microsoft Power Platform to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality technology solutions aligned to business needs.
Application Developer 3 Description
- Develop, enhance, and support applications using Spark, Databricks, and cloud-based data processing technologies
- Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines to support operational and analytical workloads
- Develop low-code/no-code applications using OutSystems and Power Apps, ensuring alignment with business requirements and governance standards
- Automate workflows and business processes using Power Automate
- Build and maintain business intelligence reports and dashboards using Power BI, including data modeling and DAX
- Create and maintain relational and dimensional data models that support business and reporting needs
- Develop backend logic, APIs, and system integrations to support application functionality and data flow
- Partner with product owners, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Participate in quality assurance processes, peer reviews, and production support activities
- Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and data governance standards
- Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for automation, simplification, and performance enhancements
Application Developer 3 Qualifications
Required
- Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (PySpark, Scala, or Spark SQL)
- Proficiency with Databricks, Delta Lake, and notebook-based development
- Experience developing applications within OutSystems, including Reactive and/or Traditional Web development
- Strong experience with Power Apps, Power Automate and integrating Power Platform components
- Proficiency in developing BI solutions with Power BI, including DAX, Power Query (M), and semantic modeling
- Strong SQL skills with experience in relational database systems (e.g., Azure SQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL)
- Experience with data modeling concepts (conceptual, logical, physical, star schema, lakehouse)
- Working knowledge of backend/API development using languages such as Python or C#
- Experience working in cloud environments (Azure strongly preferred)
- Understanding of CI/CD processes and version control (Git, Azure DevOps, GitHub)
Preferred
- Experience with JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js)
- Familiarity with event-driven architectures (Kafka, Event Hub)
- Basic knowledge of containerization (Docker) and microservices patterns
- Experience creating and managing custom connectors in OutSystems or Power Platform
- Exposure to NoSQL data stores (Cosmos DB, MongoDB)
- Understanding of system security practices, authentication protocols, and API security
Application Developer 3 Core Competencies
- Analytical Thinking - Ability to break down complex problems into actionable technical solutions
- Communication - Clearly conveys technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Collaboration - Works effectively in cross-functional teams and builds strong partnerships
- Agility & Adaptability - Quickly learns new technologies and responds to evolving business needs
- Quality & Ownership - Delivers high-quality solutions with attention to detail and accountability
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
