Software Developer Lead

We are GDIT. As one of the largest IT and mission services providers to the government, we own our opportunities to better enable organizations to identify theirs.

You can make GDIT your place. You make it your own by turning obstacles into action. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you’ll play an important role in providing the technologies and services that millions of professionals depend on, every day.

Our work depends on a Lead Software Developer joining our team to assist the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) in managing its appeals workloads.

As a Lead Software Developer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. You will deliver simple solutions to complex problems. You’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.


HOW A SENIOR DEVELOPER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Play a critical role in the design, development, and maintenance of applications that facilitate efficient and user-friendly interactions with the system’s public portal.
• Manage expectations and address concerns proactively. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and deploy software applications that meet project requirements and standards.
• Proactively monitor and maintain the system’s public portal, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Create and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation for developed applications, APIs, and processes.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and knowledge sharing among team members.
• Work closely with software architects, developers, quality assurance, and project managers to achieve project objectives.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to propose enhancements and improvements to existing systems.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor of Science.
• 5 plus years’ proven experience as a software engineer or application developer, with a focus on web-based applications.

• 5 years’ experience with AWS cloud platform and services, and cloud integration management.
• Strong understanding of low code application tools, software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Understanding of the current COTS platform’s architecture, technologies, and dependencies. 
• Expertise in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript frameworks, SQL, Rest APIs, and CI/CD technologies.
• Experience with web development frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js).
• Experience with unit testing tools and methodologies such as JUnit and Test-Driven Development (TDD)
• Familiarity with software development tools and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with relational databases, data modeling, and data migration techniques.
• Ability to design scalable, reliable, and maintainable architectures.
• Proficiency in creating diagrams and documentation to communicate complex architectural concepts.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Understanding of data integrity, data privacy, and compliance.
• Ability to work in an agile development environment.
• Ability to develop and support client/server as well as web applications.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Tyler Application Platform (formerly Entellitrak)
• Expertise with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Knowledge of software security best practices.
• Previous experience in government projects or the healthcare industry.

ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:

• Ability to work individually as well as in a team.
• Excellent analytical, inter-personal, communication & written skills.

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL:

• Ability to pass HHS and company background check to obtain a Public Trust Level 5 clearance.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from.
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.

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