Developer

DUNBAR CONSULTING; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunbar Consulting is seeking an experienced software developer to build features in a cloud-native AWS environment. The role involves implementing user stories, writing tests, code reviews, supporting CI/CD, and leveraging AI-assisted tools across the SDLC.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in software development, strong knowledge of modern languages and version control, familiarity with AWS and CI/CD concepts, and the ability to work both independently and with a technical team in a HYBRID

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with modern languages/frameworks and version control.
• Familiarity with cloud-native development on AWS and CI/CD concepts.
• Experience writing unit and integration tests and participating in code reviews.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and software quality principles.
• Ability and willingness to use approved AI-assisted development tools while independently reviewing output.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement user stories and features on a cloud-native AWS stack.
• Write unit and integration tests and participate in code reviews.
• Fix defects and support continuous delivery.
• Use AI-assisted development tools across the SDLC and validate generated output.
• Collaborate with the team on design and refinement.
• Support secure coding and accessibility requirements.
• Contribute to CI/CD and automation.
• Identify risks or blockers early and communicate them.
• Participate in requirements gathering and story refinement.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, product owners, architects, and analysts.

Skills

Software development

AWS cloud

CI/CD

Testing (unit/integration)

Code reviews

AI-assisted tooling

Communication

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/CE

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

AWS

Job description

Summary:

The Developer builds platform features and services in a cloud-native AWS environment. You will implement user stories and features, write tests, participate in code reviews, support continuous delivery, and make effective use of AI-assisted development tooling across the SDLC.

The ideal candidate must be able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a technical team and possess current hands-on software development experience with modern languages and frameworks, version control, AWS/cloud concepts, CI/CD, testing, secure coding, and AI-assisted development tools. Required qualifications include 6+ years of software development experience; experience with modern languages/frameworks and version control; and familiarity with cloud (AWS) and CI/CD concepts. The candidate must be a U.S. Citizen; dual citizenship is not permitted, and the candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance. Must be willing to work a HYBRID schedule (1-2 days) in Reston, VA and client locations in the Washington, D.C. area as required.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Implement user stories and features on a cloud-native AWS stack.
• Write unit and integration tests and participate in code reviews.
• Fix defects and support continuous delivery.
• Use AI-assisted development tools across the SDLC and independently validate generated output.
• Collaborate with the team on design and refinement.
• Support secure coding and accessibility requirements.
• Contribute to CI/CD and automation.
• Identify technical issues and communicate risks or blockers early.
• Participate in requirements-gathering and story-refinement activities to align technical implementation with business needs.
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation as appropriate.
• Collaborate with project managers, product owners, architects, business analysts, and other stakeholders to meet project goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Experience with modern languages/frameworks and version control.
• Familiarity with cloud-native development on AWS and CI/CD concepts.
• Experience writing unit and integration tests and participating in code reviews.
• Experience troubleshooting defects and supporting continuous delivery.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and software quality principles.
• Ability and willingness to use approved AI-assisted development tools while independently reviewing and validating generated output.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize, self-start, and solve problems effectively.
• Consistent on-time attendance and reliability.
• Must be adaptable/flexible as priorities change.
• Availability during normal business hours and as needed after hours or weekends.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
• Willingness to collaborate and accept feedback.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen; dual citizenship is not permitted.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS exposure or certification.
• Federal IT experience.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted developer tooling.

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Dunbar Consulting, Inc. is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. We attract, retain, develop and promote qualified employees without regard to protected characteristics prohibited by state or federal law. We are dedicated to a respectful workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $150,000 (Based on Pertinent Experience)