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A successful candidate will be able to confidently code and organize the application using java and javascript, absorb and understand all the technologies and components of the system, and help not only add to the system code, but improve and optimize the public and government’s interaction. The candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Writing and reviewing java and javascript source code, especially with Spring and Knockout.js
Architecting and Designing new system features and providing accurate estimates and development timelines.
Organizing team development activities
Defining and maintaining standard developent practices for the team
Augmenting and Improving system architecture
Continuous improvement of existing tools and technologies
Working with current and future open source technologies integrated into the system (Elasticsearch, charts.js, Alfresco, Knockout.js)
Proposal of technical architecture
Leading technical design sessions to create sustainable, high-performing features
Working with infrastructure administrators to design, maintain, and improve cloud-based environments
Participation in testing efforts
Troubleshooting complex technical issues and creating elegant solutions
Mentoring and leading junior developers and team members
Direct interaction with clients
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree 10+ years’ experience in software development and IT consulting.
Skills required:
Must have modern Java Framework Experience, such as Spring, Hibernate, etc.
Experience with Java application development and deployment tools including, Tomcat, Maven, and Git, Eclipse, IntelliJ, etc.
Knowledge and experience with Agile development methodology and Scrum-based development.
Strong Javascript skills, including Javascript frameworks such as JQuery, KnockoutJS, nodeJS
Understanding and confidence in building RESTful web services
Strong Communication skills with both internal team members as well as customers. Able to effectively communicate with third party collaborators to jointly contribute to the project’s success.
Can work well balancing multiple assignments
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline
Ability to mentor and support junior team members while continuing to contribute and complete work
Self-starting and self-managing experience
Desired:
The following qualifications will strongly benefit a candidate:
Agile/Scrum certifications and training
Experience using Atlassian tools, e.g. JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket, SourceTree, etc.
Government Consulting experience
Experience leading and/or managing similar software development teams
Experience with Elasticsearch
Due to the nature of the government contract , US Citizenship is required.
Java
Application Requirements: Apply online at the link provided.
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