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FedWriters, Inc. Senior Software Developer/Database Administrator in Washington D.C., District Of Columbia
Job Title: Senior Software Developer/Database Administrator
Job Summary:
This position is in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Federally Funded Research and Development Program Centers (FFRDC). The FFRDC mission is to advance technical and analytic capabilities to help keep America safe.
In this key role, you'll bring recent demonstrated experience in managing and executing systems engineering-based solutions across multiple projects. Your expertise in systems analysis, design, and programming, along with extensive knowledge of SharePoint and large relational databases, will be instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency in our software development and database administration efforts.
Responsibilities Include:
Developing software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes, investigating problem areas, and following the software development lifecycle
Determining operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions
Performing database frontend and backend development, administration, and maintenance, ensuring smooth functioning and optimization of knowledge management and report development
Refining and analyzing frontend and backend requirements based on business processes and policies
Collaborating with teams to enhance internal and external-facing dashboards and streamlining data entry automation processes
Providing real-time troubleshooting and support to federal staff and support team members
Staying updated on software development best practices, technologies, and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Secret clearance
7+ years of experience serving as a senior member of a software development team
An expert understanding of software architecture
Experience leading development of software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle
Desired:
10+ years of experience serving as a senior member of a software development team
Work Setting and Environment:
Monday - Friday, normal working hours
Work is to be performed remotely
Must be able to report onsite in the DC area for meetings
How FedWriters Will Compensate and Appreciate You:
FedWriters offers team members the opportunity to gain a lasting impression in this fast-growing small business.
FedWriters provides a competitive package of salary and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a matching 401(k) program; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); STD; LTD; life insurance; and more!
FedWriters abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
FedWriters is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race; ethnicity; religion; gender; age; national origin; marital status; sexual orientation; gender identity; family responsibilities; matriculation; physical or mental disabilities; political affiliation; genetic information; status as a protected veteran; or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in applying for employment with FedWriters and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for the position, please call (703) 872-7848. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis. FedWriters is a federal contractor seeking veteran referrals.