Lead Java Developer

Job Title: Lead Java Developer

Job Location: Columbia, MD

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $82.12hr - $87.12hr

Job Overview:

Performs complex analysis, design, development, automated unit and integration testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and equipment. Designs, codes, tests, develops, and documents application programs for computer systems. Works with end-users and project stakeholders to define system scope and objectives. Manages modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures. Leads stakeholder and product owner meetings to define software requirements and creates highly complex systems. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers.

Essential Functions:

• Lead a team of software engineers in the design, development, and implementation of multiple applications.
• Perform and lead detail technical design, coding, code review, and testing of new applications and enhancements of existing applications.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for specified systems and their subsequent applications.
• Develop and analyze interface design documentation.
• Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures.
• Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users.
• Ensure compliance to DevSecOps practices and policies.
• Maintain understanding of architectural practices and design.
• Identify gaps in requirements and solve problems for supporting staff.
• Identify sequencing of services and technologies that are integrated in later phases of the project.
• Lead the evaluation of risk and opportunity impacts to existing or proposed projects/programs and implement risk mitigation actions.
• Develop ways to improve performance and increase system availability.
• Provide recommendations to infuse new technology.
• Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• Support the Project Manager as the technical team lead on the project.
• Estimate technical costs of projects for clients and project managers.
• Confer with clients to identify requirements and determine desired outcomes to formulate system design or offer alternatives.
• Demonstrate experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks and tools.
• Assist in estimating the development of application features.
• Lead software design and development teams.
• Identify, analyze, define, and coordinate user, customer, and stakeholder needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Manage technical resources (hardware, software, licenses, and services).
• Plan and lead transformation initiatives to new software architectures.
• Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team.
• Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap/architecture discussions.
• Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices.
• Ensure code quality, deployment standards, and practices.
• Mentor junior developers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s Degree in Information Technology or Computer Science, or equivalent experience (an additional 4 years of relevant work experience required in lieu of a degree).
• 8+ years of experience in software design and development, software test and evaluation, and software requirements management.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Works closely with Architects, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Value Stream Managers to provide insight into delivering business value and meeting objectives.
• Decomposes functional and technical requirements into project activities and tasks and provides conceptual design, prototype, and test cycles appropriate to a chosen technical solution.
• Identifies technical risks and develops mitigation strategies; introduces and recommends industry best practices and standards for the project.
• Evaluates and assists in the selection and procurement of hardware and software technologies and serves as a mentor for junior developers.
• Works with stakeholders as well as technical and analytical counterparts to define constraints and develop requirements and concept of operations documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Advanced knowledge of database technologies (e.g., cloud, SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of software engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Advanced knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests.
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/Continuous Testing/Continuous Delivery processes and tools with expertise in CI/CD tools and frameworks.
• Experience with deploying a global application and configuration management.
• Expertise in reviewing the work of other developers and providing feedback.
• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise.
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships.
• Expert knowledge and understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Proficient with integrating complex and existing systems.
• Expert knowledge of programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, C, Python, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities