Software Developer Mid

CORE SERVICES TEAM DESCRIPTION

The Core Services Team will architect, implement, and sustain existing and new enterprise-level services, focusing on high-availability solutions that support mission-critical applications. Current applications include an enterprise message router, a centralized subject reporting tool and an enterprise service for Originating Agency Identifiers (ORIs). The Core Services Team operates within the Data Services Value Stream (DSVS) while also maintaining an organizational reporting line.

Team Purpose: The Core Services team is a dedicated software development group responsible for the full lifecycle of mission-critical applications, from initial analysis through development, deployment, and ongoing support. Team members collaborate closely with business lines to identify requirements and build capabilities that address enterprise-wide needs. By translating business requirements into robust, scalable applications, Team members ensure that solutions developed are not only effective for immediate use but can also be adapted and shared across the organization. Core Services team work includes everything from designing application architecture to implementing core functionalities that support cross-functional workflows, ultimately creating solutions that improve productivity and streamline operations.

Focused on enterprise services, the Core Services team ensures that their developed applications align with strategic goals and can integrate seamlessly into the organization's broader infrastructure. Team members leverage best practices in software engineering to produce secure, maintainable, and high-performance applications that support long-term organizational growth. In addition to developing new capabilities, the Core Services team provides ongoing support for deployed solutions, troubleshooting issues, performing updates, and ensuring optimal performance. This work creates a reliable foundation of shared enterprise services that enable each business line to focus on its unique objectives, confident that its essential applications are maintained to the highest standards.

• The Core Services team are a highly skilled software development group responsible for the full lifecycle management of mission-critical enterprise applications, encompassing analysis, design, development, deployment, and 24/7/365 operational support.
• Core Services team members are required to possess expertise in cloud-based application development using AWS services, including but not limited to Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Lambda, Relational Database Service (RDS), and DynamoDB, to ensure the delivery of scalable, secure, and high-performance applications that meet strict uptime and reliability requirements.
• Core Services team members demonstrate proficiency in front-end development using React, delivering responsive and intuitive user interfaces that optimize the end-user experience.
• Core Services team members are required to utilize Atlassian tools such as Bitbucket for code repositories and Jira for project tracking to manage development workflows, enforce version control, and maintain optimized continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for rapid and dependable deployments.
• The Core Services team engage in iterative development cycles, prioritize features based on business needs, and adapt to evolving requirements while adhering to organizational objectives.
• Core Services team members follow industry-standard practices for unit testing, integration testing, and automated deployment to ensure that all applications meet rigorous quality standards prior to release.
• In addition to development responsibilities, the Core Services team provide ongoing application maintenance and support, including system performance monitoring, incident response, and the implementation of patches and updates to ensure application availability and security.
• This comprehensive set of responsibilities ensures that the Core Services team consistently delivers reliable, high-quality software solutions essential to the organization's operations.

POSITION ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, creates, and modifies general computer applications software or specialized utility programs to meet business needs.
• Analyzes user needs and develops software solutions, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, interface, and security requirements.
• Designs and customizes software applications for client use, optimizing operational efficiency and user experience.
• Develops and integrates cloud-based applications using AWS services (e.g., EC2, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB) for scalability, security, and performance.
• Implements front-end development to create responsive and intuitive user interfaces.
• Works with databases, performing design, analysis, and coordination for database development as part of a team.
• Manages software development using Atlassian tools like Bitbucket for code repositories and Jira for project tracking, supporting CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensures adherence to Agile methodologies, particularly within the SAFe framework, for iterative development and prioritization of features.
• Follows industry-standard practices for unit testing, integration testing, and automated deployment, ensuring rigorous quality assurance.
• Provides ongoing maintenance and support, including monitoring system performance, responding to incidents, and implementing patches to ensure application reliability and security.
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, Kanban, Jira, Confluence, and SAFe.
• Provide team specific training as needed.

SKILLS

• Follow Agile Methodology & Practices
  • Follow SAFe Agile principles and practices, including iterative development, continuous delivery, and collaboration.
  • Participate in all required SAFe ceremonies, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Iteration Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.
  • Continuously improve development processes by embracing retrospectives and feedback from stakeholders.
  • Support and adhere to the integration of system-level architecture and design principles to ensure system interoperability.
• Responsible for
  • Agile Artifacts: Documentation of all work in Epics, Features, and Stories in JIRA.
  • User Stories: Document detailed user stories for each feature. These user stories will be maintained and updated throughout the project lifecycle as needed.
  • Product Backlog & Iteration Backlogs: Create and maintain a prioritized product backlog outlining all features and functionalities. Additionally Iteration backlogs will be developed for each iteration, detailing the specific user stories planned for completion within that timeframe.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Plan and coordinate with all teams within the Value Streams (ex. Shared Services value stream) to ensure alignment and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Foster transparency through regular progress updates and continuous communication with stakeholders.
  • Participate in System Demos and demonstrate completed work to stakeholders at the end of each iteration.
  • Collaborate with other teams across the organization to remove dependencies and resolve blockers to ensure continuous flow of work.
• Work Management & Tools
  • Use the Government-provided toolset (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) for managing work, tracking progress, and documenting deliverables.
  • Break down work into manageable features and user stories with clear acceptance criteria.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret Clearance or higher
• Five or more years of experience in related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field, preferred.

TekSynap is seeking members for an Agile service contract. To meet strategic goals and operational needs, specialized Agile teams are needed to focus on Data Engineering, Data Standards, Core Services, and Enterprise Tools support. This contract is for Agile teams to advance the organization's Enterprise Services capabilities, focusing on delivering secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions that meet evolving business needs. Agile teams will be responsible for understanding complex technical and organizational requirements, then translating them into innovative, efficient solutions that align with enterprise standards and promote seamless integration across various systems. Following the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Agile methodology, the teams will ensure a continuous delivery model that meets rigorous standards of security, scalability, and reliability. Agile teams will bring expertise across essential domains, including data engineering and standards, software development, and enterprise tool support, ensuring comprehensive capabilities to meet the diverse technical and operational needs of the government customer.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Remote
• Remote or In-Person: Remote
• Type of environment: Office / Remote
• Noise level: Medium
• Work schedule: Schedule is an 8-hour day shift Monday – Friday.
  • Core work hours are 9:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. ET.
  • 8-hour shift hours for the team as a whole can be staggered between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET.
• Amount of Travel: Some travel may be required
  • All contractors shall be required to travel to the Facility in Clarksburg, WV to receive the PIV Card and device at the beginning of employment
  • Some occasional travel may be required for in-person meetings in Clarksburg, WV

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Active Secret Clearance Required
• Top Secret Clearance will be sponsored for applicants with a current TS clearance or for applicants with an active Secret clearance looking to upgrade to a TS clearance.
• US Citizen

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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