Developer, Mid-level

Description:

Overview

Client First Technologies currently is seeking a Developer to support a contract with our government customer. The Developer will be responsible for developing, testing, implementing and maintaining solutions and products that drive automation for System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Software Configuration Management (SCM) related activities. The ideal candidate must possess a background performing tasks to include defining solution and data requirements, developing custom solutions, and working experience with security controls and SCM best practices. This is a full-time, remote position. CFT offers a competitive benefit package and collaborative work environment with a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Requirements:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate with the government customer and project team members to understand priorities and provide status on projects
• Apply the software development lifecycle to plan, design, develop, test, release, and maintain user-centered solutions
• Act as the technical subject matter expert for technical solutions
• Coordinate system testing and assist users with acceptance testing
• Assist in the development and maintenance of data and process models
• Document test conditions, create test data, test programs, and analyze results
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and propose resolutions to address problems or issues with tools, automated solutions, processes. and/or workflows
• Assist the project manager to develop work plans and ongoing team planning activities
• Assist in preparation of reports, briefings, and documentation of deliverables
• Elicit and document business requirements
• Prepare technical documentation
• Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities to automate key SCM activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of four (4) years professional IT experience performing tasks directly related to job responsibilities
• Extensive experience with low-code/no-code platforms (Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI) and Python scripting
• Highly proficient in selecting and using a variety of technologies to deliver custom automation solutions
• Must be able to work quickly with a high degree of accuracy with cross-functional teams
• Experience working in software development teams leveraging a variety of development methodologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with SCM best practices
• Proficiency with IT industry CI/CD and open-source tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Xray, Git, GitHub, Bash, and JavaScript Object Notation (JSON)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with VistA MUMPS
• Experience with programming/markup languages and databases, such as: Structured Query Language (SQL), Microsoft (MS) SQL, Oracle, Delphi, Java, .NET, C#, JavaScript, YAML, Perl, Ruby, Python, PHP, Groovy, and Bash
• Proficiency with IT industry CI/CD and open-source tools such as Selenium, Jenkins, OpenShift/Kubernetes, ServiceNow, Rancher, Docker, SonarQube, Terraform, Vagrant, Maven, Gradle, and Another Neat Tool (ANT)
• Proficiency with open-source technologies and cloud services such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure
• Capable of understanding how NIST SP 800-53 security controls and NIST SP 128 impact system and product development and sustainment activities
• Experience working with the Department of Veterans Affairs

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Occasional travel and overtime may be required

Required Clearances and Screenings

• This position is subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility for a position designated with Moderate Risk sensitivity. Candidates with current Veterans Affairs (VA) Tier 2/Moderate Background Investigation or equivalent (e.g., DoD Tier 3/NACLC) are preferred

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