Custom Applications Developer

Accenture Federal Services Careers Marketplace; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 124,200; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Customer Applications Developer to independently manage a range of technical tasks, including enhancements, upgrades, and maintenance fixes to meet project requirements. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, clear communication of technical challenges, and early escalation to mitigate risks.

The candidate should be proficient with Python and React, familiar with Terraform, Git/GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience with Python, React, and Git.
• Basic knowledge of GenAI.

Responsibilities

• Independently developing, enhancing, upgrading, and maintaining software solutions based on requirements.
• Collaborating using DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Actions.
• Utilizing Python, React, AI, Terraform, and related technologies in daily development.
• Managing code repositories using Git and GitHub.
• Proactively troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis of complex technical issues.
• Creatively solving problems and delivering solutions with limited resources or options.
• Escalating issues early to ensure timely mitigation.
• Effectively communicating technical issues and solutions to team members.

Skills

Python

React

Git

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Terraform

GitHub Actions

Job description

The Customer Applications Developer will independently manage a range of technical tasks, including implementing enhancements, performing upgrades, and delivering maintenance fixes to meet project requirements. The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying and resolving complex issues, leveraging strong troubleshooting skills to conduct thorough root cause analysis. Their ability to communicate technical challenges clearly and elevate concerns early will be essential to smooth project delivery and risk mitigation. Creative problem‑solving—especially when resources or options are limited—will be a crucial part of their daily responsibilities.

Hands‑on experience with modern tools and processes is a must. The candidate should be comfortable using Python for backend development, React for building user interfaces, and AI technologies to deliver intelligent solutions. Familiarity with infrastructure automation via Terraform and DevOps practices will be valuable for managing deployment pipelines and infrastructure as code. Proficiency with Git version control systems and GitHub, as well as continuous integration and deployment workflows using CI/CD and GitHub Actions, is required. Exposure to Claude code is considered a bonus and will further enhance their effectiveness in our environment.

The Work

• Independently developing, enhancing, upgrading, and maintaining software solutions based on requirements
• Collaborating using DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Actions
• Utilizing Python, React, AI, Terraform, and related technologies in daily development
• Managing code repositories using Git and GitHub
• Proactively troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis of complex technical issues
• Creatively solving problems and delivering solutions with limited resources or options
• Escalating issues early to ensure timely mitigation
• Effectively communicating technical issues and solutions to team members

What you need

• 2-3 years of experience with Python, React, Git
• Basic knowledge of GenAI

Bonus if you have

• Degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• CI/CD, and DevOps
• At least 1 year of experience with Terraform and GitHub Actions
• Familiarity with Claude code

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$64,000 - $124,200 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an affirmative action employer for veterans and individuals with disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

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