Software Developer - SME

Software Applications Developer Subject Matter Expert

We are GDIT. The people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that’s important. GDIT is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Applications Developer Subject Matter Expert, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Software Applications Developer Subject Matter Expert joining our team to lead the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of Enterprise Case Management solutions in Pega or similar platforms.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT: 

• Researches, designs, develops, tests, and/or modifies enterprise-wide systems and/or applications software.
• Applies expert knowledge to all phases of the software development lifecycle.
• Applies expert knowledge to analyze user/business needs and functionality to plan and design software systems to meet those needs.
• Applies expert knowledge to create a wide variety of models and diagrams that show programmers the software code needed for an application.
• Applies expert knowledge to software updates, refinement, testing, and debugging to meet business needs.
• Provides expert analysis for reports on software project specifications, activities, or status.
• Provides expert guidance on the software or system for optimal documentation and future maintenance and updates.
• May act as a consultant across multiple programs and/or contracts.
• May coach and provide guidance to less experienced professionals.
• May serve as a team or task lead.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Required Qualifications:

• Required Education: Bachelors and 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in software development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to bridge gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience implementing case management solutions with the Pega Platform and Pega Express Delivery model.
• Expert in modern software design principles such as building with loosely coupled parts, user centered design and DevOps.
• Experience designing and developing application programming interfaces between modernized and legacy systems.
• Relevant Pega Certifications.
• Experience with several programming languages to include Java.
• Experience with relational databases and database design.
• Experience with the Agile Software Development Lifecycle.
• Experience with unit testing and test automation within the Pega Platform.

Location: DC metro area client site.

• Full-flex work week.  
• 401K with company match.  
• Customizable health benefits packages.  
• Collaborative teams of highly motivated critical thinkers and innovators.  
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.  
• Rewards program for high-performing employees.