Job Description
Overview: GovCIO is currently hiring for a Lead Application Developer / Merrifield Site Manager with an active Secret clearance to lead the design, development, and deployment of complex applications and microservices as part of a cross-domain solution to support classified development and provide on-site supervision. This position will be located in Merrifield, VA and will be a fully onsite position. Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Collaborate with product owners, champions, and stakeholders to identify, document, and integrate requirements into features as part of a modern software development lifecycle. • Utilize Agile for the management and delivery of work across the software development team. • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior and mid-level developers. • Collaborate with architects, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and ensure alignment with business goals. • Conduct thorough code reviews and enforce best practices in software engineering. • Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability. • Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, and deployment processes. • Work closely with DevOps teams to improve delivery pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment strategies. • Ensure the security, reliability, and compliance of applications through thoughtful design and automation. • Participate in system architecture discussions and influence key technical decisions. • Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in development, testing, and production environments. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: • Bachelor's with 12 years (or commensurate experience) • 7 years of professional Java development experience • Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA • Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability • Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript • Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and Java best practices • Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA • Solid understanding of RESTful web services and API design • Experience with version control systems (Git using ADO or GitHub) • Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum teams • Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written • Multi-task along with attention to detail • Self-motivation, organization, time-management, and deductive problem-solving skills • Work independently and as part of a team • Networking, web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Microsoft Windows • Familiarity with build tools like Maven or Gradle • Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM tools • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD) Preferred: • Experience in working with ColdFusion Posted Salary Range: USD $205,000.00 - USD $205,000.00 /Yr.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b2d185386