Galapagos Federal Systems

Application Developer

Galapagos Federal Systems

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $105,000 - $125,000 per year

About the role

  • Provide technical and programmatic support across the full software development life cycle (SDLC) including planning, architecture design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment
  • Design, develop, and maintain enterprise and web-based applications supporting DTMO systems
  • Develop and support Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to enable system integration and interoperability
  • Participate in requirements gathering sessions and collaborate with stakeholders to identify functional and technical requirements
  • Analyze requirements documentation and provide recommendations to ensure complete and accurate requirements capture
  • Design and develop user interface (UI) wire frames and mock ups for new applications and enhancements while ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards
  • Perform front-end and back-end application development, including integration with databases and external systems
  • Provide application sustainment support, including enhancements, defect resolution, and implementation of new capabilities
  • Support technology refresh initiatives and application modernization efforts aligned with DoW modernization strategies and cyber/cloud compliance requirements
  • Maintain compliance with application coding standards and accessibility requirements, including Section 508 mandates for public-facing systems
  • Develop unit tests and test cases and conduct testing prior to code scanning, integration testing, and deployment
  • Recommend and implement test automation strategies to improve testing efficiency and software quality
  • Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to development standards for GOTS applications
  • Ensure compliance with DMDC application security requirements, including code scanning and security validation prior to production deployment
  • Assess DTMO’s software development life cycle processes, tools, and development environment, providing recommendations for improvement
  • Evaluate DTMO’s implementation of SOA and APIs, recommending enhancements to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Develop and maintain integrated development project schedules, covering requirements, design, development, testing, and code review phases
  • Apply rigorous requirements management, change control, testing, and project management practices to ensure delivery of high-quality applications
  • Utilize ServiceNow or other approved ticket management systems to track development tasks, issues, and project activities
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation, including code documentation, application design documentation, and development environment guides to support maintainability and knowledge transfer

Requirements

  • Must obtain and maintain a Tier 3 (T3) or higher background investigation
  • 5+ years of experience in application development or related software engineering roles
  • Experience developing enterprise or web-based applications in government or large enterprise environments
  • Experience working with the Oracle APEX platform
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, HTML5, PHP, or similar modern languages
  • Experience developing and integrating APIs and application frameworks
  • Experience implementing or supporting Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) environments
  • Experience implementing Section 508 accessibility standards in web or enterprise applications
  • Familiarity with database systems and data integration techniques
  • Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies, including Agile, DevOps, or similar frameworks
  • Experience using version control systems such as Git and other development collaboration tools
  • Understanding of application security principles and secure coding practices
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, system administrators, cybersecurity personnel, and federal stakeholders
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document technical processes and solutions
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k)
  • PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid federal holidays
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
application developmentService-Oriented Architecture (SOA)Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)unit testingtest automationprogramming languages (Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, HTML5, PHP)database integrationSection 508 accessibility standardssoftware development life cycle (SDLC)Agile
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscollaborationcommunication skillsrequirements managementchange controlproject managementstakeholder engagementtechnical documentationcode review
Certifications
Tier 3 (T3) background investigation