Application Developer - Expert

VTG Defense; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider is seeking a Full Stack Web Application Developer in Herndon, VA. The role involves integrating AI/ML technologies into enterprise web applications, developing and testing code, and collaborating within Agile teams. Candidates must have 4-6 years of experience in web application development, proficiency in JavaScript frameworks, and an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly. The position presents an exciting opportunity for developers to enhance their skills while focusing on innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in developing web applications.
• Strong development experience required; Python preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrate AI/ML technology into production web applications.
• Design, develop, and unit test code for production systems.
• Develop rapid prototypes to clarify requirements.

Skills

AI/ML Integration

JavaScript

Angular

React

Linux Operating Systems

AWS

ETL Processing

Object Oriented Development (Python preferred)

Tools

ElasticSearch

Solr

OpenSearch

Docker

Podman

Java Spring Framework

Job description

Overview

VTG is currently seeking a Full Stack Web Application Developer (Expert) in Herndon VA to work on a suite of services that will supply users with tools to automate a wide range of enterprise-wide applications and data-centric mission management applications. The ideal candidate will be willing to apply their talents across the entire Technical Team to meet the customer needs. The candidate will be part of a team of Software Developers, ETL Developers, and Data Scientists to enhance existing production applications and build out new web services on a routinized production cadence to meet the evolving needs of users. This is an exciting opportunity for Software Developers wanting to broaden their credentials in the realm of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML). This is also an exciting opportunity for the Software Developers to develop hands‑on experience with new technical tools/applications. Development will take place in an iterative fashion using Agile development methodology with input from all levels of stakeholders.

What will you do?

• Integrating AI/ML technology into a production web application.
• Participation with iterative software development teams with adherence to all reporting requirements.
• Designing, developing and unit testing code for a production system and demonstration capabilities.
• Developing rapid prototypes to drive out requirements and design.
• Providing demonstrations and detailed walk through of features to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
• Meeting with stakeholders, analyzing requirements, developing user stories, and translating these into software development tasks.
• Development of technical documentation and briefing materials to support program status reviews, control gates, and other presentations as directed.

Do you have what it takes?

Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly on day one of employment.

The ability to work individually as well as the ability to work in project teams. Proven ability in decomposing concepts to discrete development tasks and managing your work to a deadline.

• Minimum 4-6 years of demonstrated ability to design, develop, test and implement new applications based on project requirements.
• Minimum 5-7 years building web applications and UI/UX frameworks using Angular, React or JavaScript with specific examples. Java Spring framework is a plus.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience working with Linux Operating systems.
• Minimum 4-6 years of demonstrated experience with development and deployment of applications in the Commercial Cloud Services (C2S) environment or an Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environment.
• Minimum 4-6 year of demonstrated experience with search & analytic tools. Examples to include ElasticSearch, Solr, OpenSearch.
• Minimum 4-6 years of microservices up to and including docker, podman, and or containerization services.
• Strong development experience is required. Minimum 4-6 years of Object Orientated software development experience is required. Python is preferred but would consider Java, CSharp, HTML, or SQL.
• Fundamental understanding of Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processing with large structured and unstructured raw data sets. This can be demonstrated through education or OJT experience.