Senior Software Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of intricate applications for the Data Modernization initiative of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

• Collaborate with product owners, advocates, stakeholders, architects, product managers, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and outline technical solutions.

• Employ Agile methodologies for project management and delivery within the modernization team.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-level engineers.

• Conduct code assessments and uphold software engineering best practices.

• Enhance application performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Design and establish CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing, and deployment processes.

• Work alongside DevOps teams to refine delivery pipelines, automate infrastructure, and improve deployment strategies.

• Ensure application security, reliability, and compliance through effective design and automation.

• Engage in system architecture discussions and influence technical decisions.

• Investigate and address complex technical challenges across development, testing, and production environments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline, along with 12 years of experience.

• Proficiency in Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA.

• Strong command of modern JavaScript.

• Comprehensive understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and Java best practices.

• Solid grasp of RESTful web services and API design.

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git using ADO or GitHub).

• Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum teams.

• Proficient in English communication, both verbal and written.

• Knowledge of networking and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), along with Microsoft Windows.

• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM tools.

• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD).

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

• Capability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust clearance.

• Preferred qualifications include expertise in Azure or other leading cloud platforms; AWS Certified - Synops Admin; knowledge of Java, JavaScript, Ruby, Solution Architecture, and DevOps; experience with Databricks workspace administration; familiarity with cloud IAM, Service Principals, RBAC, and persona-based configurations; understanding of data lake architectures, Delta Lake or similar; proficiency in Terraform, ARM, Bicep, PowerShell, or Python; and experience in public sector or healthcare data environments.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work hours and remote work options.

• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.