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Manage the full lifecycle of enterprise Oracle, Ingres, and Microsoft SQL Server databases in a high-availability federal environment. Responsibilities include database design, modeling, tuning, security, compliance, patching, vulnerability remediation, migrations, backup and disaster recovery, capacity planning, and DevSecOps integration. The role supports Agile development, cloud readiness, audit readiness, and mission-critical logistics, maintenance, financial, and operational applications for the U.S. Coast Guard.

Supports federal programs by translating business needs into technical requirements, documenting processes and APIs, analyzing data, supporting Agile ceremonies, testing, UAT, integrations, change control, implementation, governance, and audit readiness. Collaborates with government stakeholders, product and program managers, Scrum Masters, developers, architects, and external partners. Uses SQL and reporting tools to build dashboards, identify defects, improve processes, and ensure compliance with federal standards and security requirements.

Develops Power Platform and Blazor Hybrid applications throughout the software development lifecycle. Translates business requirements into scalable Dataverse, Power Apps, Power Automate, .NET, C#, and MAUI solutions; builds REST integrations, authentication, security, automation, and data models. Provides technical guidance, documentation, presentations, and ongoing support while applying secure coding and AI-assisted development practices.

Develop and support software throughout the SDLC using Power Platform, Dataverse, .NET, C#, Blazor, and MAUI/Blazor Hybrid. Design scalable data models, integrations, automation workflows, APIs, authentication, and role-based security. Integrate hybrid applications with Power Apps and Dataverse, guide project teams, document technical solutions, and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Apply secure coding practices, accessibility standards, and AI-assisted development techniques.

Leads functional, system, regression, integration, and black-box testing for web applications and server-based interfaces. Develops test plans, test cases, schedules, data strategies, and evaluation procedures from requirements and user stories. Executes SQL queries, API and web-service testing, manages defects, validates software deployments, documents QA processes, troubleshoots installation issues, and provides technical leadership to junior analysts while supporting cross-functional teams and client engagements.

Designs end-to-end user experiences for enterprise and operational applications, including research, information architecture, wireframes, prototypes, UI, design systems, and reusable component libraries. Partners with developers and Agile teams to implement responsive interfaces, conducts usability testing, documents requirements, and improves complex data-heavy workflows. The role may also contribute directly to Angular front-end implementation and cross-platform desktop application design.

Performs functional, system, regression, integration, and specialized Section 508 accessibility testing for USDA digital products. Tests web, mobile, documents, APIs, and integrated systems using WCAG, DHS Trusted Tester, automated tools, and assistive technologies. Develops test plans and traceability, documents defects and remediation guidance, provides compliance sign-off, reviews designs, supports shift-left accessibility, collaborates on CI/CD scanning, and mentors junior QA analysts.

Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise GIS web and desktop applications throughout the software development lifecycle. Collaborate with clients and Agile teams to define requirements, make architectural decisions, write tested and documented code, conduct code reviews, troubleshoot defects and performance issues, and support production environments. The role requires modern frontend, backend, database, testing, version control, and CI/CD skills, with preferred experience in desktop applications, legacy systems, containers, security remediation, and AI/ML integration.

Supports an enterprise Salesforce environment used by multiple government agencies. Leads discovery sessions, gathers requirements, identifies platform enhancements, partners with architects and developers, and supports quality assurance, releases, regression testing, and O&M activities. Leads Salesforce administrators and developers, manages workloads and SLAs, coordinates stakeholders, serves as the primary customer liaison, and creates business requirements, process maps, training materials, implementation plans, and other project documentation.

Lead a diverse team of developers, testers, and GIS professionals supporting a U.S. Coast Guard enterprise system. Manage Agile and traditional project lifecycles, assess and improve team structures, coordinate workstreams, maintain project documentation and tracking systems, manage business process improvements, communicate with stakeholders, deliver status updates, and resolve complex program issues. The role also coordinates Security, QA Automation, DBA, and DevOps teams while supporting delivery across multiple workstreams.