Client First Technologies - Software Developer, Advanced

Overview

Client First Technologies currently is seeking a Software Developer, Advanced in support of our government customer. The Software Developer (CSWF – Advanced) leads software design and development efforts, developing original architectures and top-level designs, and interacts extensively with the government customer to deliver complex software solutions.

This is a hybrid work opportunity; the onsite location is Patuxent River, MD.

CFT offers a full benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Research, design, develop, and modify applications within a portfolio of ~17 C# .NET, Java, Drupal, ColdFusion, Ruby on Rails, and mobile applications (Xamarin, Flutter, Dart); develop original software top-level designs and architectures
• Perform all SDLC phases including requirements analysis, system and database design, coding to Section 508 Compliance standards, testing, implementation, and sustainment
• Develop applications in the DNA on-premise Red Hat OpenShift Container environment and NAVAIR AWS GovCloud (IL2/IL4/IL5/IL6) using cloud-native services (SQS, S3, Lambda, RDS, ECS, Fargate, API Gateway)
• Support the DevSecOps CI/CD pipeline using GitLab; implement software configuration standards; ensure compliance with DISA Application Development STIGs; support SAST and DAST scanning quality gates
• Develop and support Robotic Process Automation (RPA) BOTs using UiPath (Studio, Robot & Orchestrator) and Microsoft Power Apps/Power Automate
• Develop, test, and implement queries and reports using Government-defined reporting tools; provide Tier 2 help desk support for applications developed under the task order
• Prepare software application documentation including user manuals, training guides, software development plans, requirements documents, and test/implementation plans stored in Government-approved repositories
• Interact extensively with government customers on highly complex application requirements; serve as a senior technical resource for software design and architecture decisions

Qualifications

All qualifications are required unless specifically marked as preferred.

• Meets the DCWF Work Role 621 (Software Developer) Advanced qualification via one of: (a) Education qualification, (b) Training qualification, or (c) Certification qualification as defined in the DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (https://public.cyber.mil/wid/dcwf/)
• At least seven (7) years of experience performing work related to the labor category functional description, or meets the military equivalent OJT requirement
• Must achieve CSWF qualification no later than 30 days after performance start date

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Occasional travel and overtime may be required

Required Clearances and Screenings

• This position is subject to a government background investigation and requires an active SECRET security clearance. Candidates with a current DoD Tier 3/NACLC or equivalent background investigation (e.g., Active Secret) are preferred