CTEC is a leading technology firm that provides modernization, digital transformation, and application development services to the U.S. Federal Government. Headquartered in McLean, VA, CTEC has over 300 team members working on mission-critical systems and projects for agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, and the Office of Personnel Management. The work we do effects millions of U.S. citizens daily as they interact with the systems we build. Our best-in-class commercial solutions, modified for our customers’ bespoke mission requirements, are enabling this future every day.
The Company has experienced rapid growth over the past 3 years and recently received a strategic investment from Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN). In addition to our recent growth in Federal Civilian agencies, we are seeking to expand our capabilities in cloud development and footprint in national-security focused agencies within the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community.
We are seeking to hire a Mid-level Software Developer to our team!
Client:
CTEC develops and delivers innovative customer-centric technologies and solutions that support the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Health and Insurance business unit and Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Software Development: Design, develop, and enhance software applications and data-driven solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks to support enterprise business systems.
- Application & Data Integration: Build and integrate software components and data services across cloud-based environments to ensure reliable system interoperability.
- Database Development: Develop and maintain applications utilizing relational databases and data processing frameworks, with emphasis on SQL-driven data operations.
- Python & PySpark Development: Implement data processing scripts, automation routines, and distributed data processing logic using Python and PySpark to support data-intensive workflows.
- Code Quality & Documentation: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code; participate in code reviews and maintain software documentation.
- Testing & Debugging: Develop and execute unit and integration tests, debug defects, and resolve performance issues to improve system reliability.
- Agile Delivery: Participate in Agile development ceremonies, manage tasks through DevOps tools, and use source code control systems such as Git.
- Cloud Implementation: Support development and deployment of applications within Azure-based environments.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve application performance, automation, and development processes.
- Works under moderate supervision with guidance from senior personnel.
Skills & Work Experience:
- Professional Experience: At least three (3+) years of experience in software development or application engineering roles.
- Strong proficiency in SQL for database development, data queries, and data manipulation.
- Strong proficiency in Python, with experience using PySpark for distributed data processing.
- Experience developing applications in cloud environments, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs and integrating web services.
- Familiarity with source control systems such as Git and CI/CD pipelines.
- Working knowledge of SDLC methodologies including Agile and Waterfall.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Experience with Azure DevOps, Azure Functions, or other Azure application services.
- Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker.
- Experience with data processing or analytics applications.
- Experience supporting federal IT systems or large enterprise modernization programs.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Clearance:
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
If you are looking for a fun and challenging environment with talented, motivated people to work with, CTEC is the right place for you. In addition to employee salary, we offer an array of employee benefits including:
Paid vacation & Sick leave
Health insurance coverage
Career training
Performance bonus programs
401K contribution & Employer Match
- 11 Federal Holidays
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