Developer, Lead

PingWind, Inc.; Fort Knox, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Education assistance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

PingWind, Inc. is seeking a Senior Lead Software Developer to drive design, development, and deployment of scalable enterprise web applications. Strong expertise in full-stack development, microservices, and cloud-native AWS solutions is required.

The role demands leadership, architecture, and hands-on delivery in a fast-paced Agile environment, with a focus on secure, scalable cloud-based systems and modern UI/UX implementations.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• CompTIA Security+ / IAT level II certification is required/advantageous.
• Minimum 8–10 years of software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and development of scalable web applications using Java/Spring Boot, Node.js and Angular.
• Architect robust RESTful APIs and microservices for front-end, back-end, and data integration.
• Guide teams, conduct code reviews, and drive CI/CD practices across the project.

Skills

AWS

Angular

Java

Spring Boot

Node.js

REST APIs

Git

CI/CD

Agile

Education

B.S. in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

Location: Ft. Knox, KY, Full Time Remote

Required Clearance: Active Secret

Certifications: Active CompTIA Security+ / IAT level II certification

Required Education: B.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or other related degree.

Required Experience: Must have 8-10 years of experience. Minimum of three (3) years of agile development with either Azure Dev Ops or Jira with Git repositories, building and supporting Web and Cloud based applications. Army HRC ASBS or companion systems experience is a plus.

Position Description

Ping Wind is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Lead Software Developer to drive the design, development, and deployment of scalable enterprise web applications. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in full-stack development, with a strong emphasis on modern web technologies, microservices architecture, and cloud-native solutions on AWS.

Responsibilities

• Full-Stack Development: Lead the end-to-end design and development of robust, high-performance applications using Java/Spring Boot and Node.js for backend services, alongside Angular for the frontend.
• UI/UX Implementation: Build the front-end of applications through appealing visual design, utilizing modern UI templates, HTML5, CSS, and Angular to ensure responsive and seamless user experiences.
• Cloud Architecture: Architect, deploy, and maintain secure and scalable cloud environments utilizing AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, API Gateway).
• System Integration: Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices, ensuring efficient data flow between the frontend, backend, and database layers.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide technical teams, conduct rigorous code reviews, establish software development best practices, and drive continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) initiatives.
• Agile Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders, product managers, and UI/UX designers in an Agile environment to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Cloud Computing: Proven hands-on experience developing and deploying applications in AWS environments.
• Frontend Technologies: Expansive experience with Angular, HTML5, CSS, and modern UI templates.
• Backend Technologies: Strong proficiency in Java with deep expertise in the Spring Boot framework for building enterprise-grade microservices.
• Server-Side JavaScript: Solid experience with Node.js for backend development, API integration, or tooling.
• Database: Experience designing and interacting with relational and non-relational databases.
• Version Control & CI/CD: Proficiency with Git and modern CI/CD pipeline tools.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience writing SQL for a major database (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with API design and documentation (e.g., JSON, OpenAPI).
• Familiarity with source control tools like Git.
• Experience with vulnerability analysis and remediation.
• Strong experience with Java and the Spring Boot framework.
• Proficiency in front-end development with Angular, HTML5, and CSS.
• Experience with Node.js for backend services or build tooling.
• Hands-on experience with cloud services, preferably in an AWS environment.
• Experience with Agile development processes (e.g., SAFe, Scrum, Kanban).
• Experienced with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

• Eleven Federal Holidays
• Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
• Parental Leave
• Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
• Continuing education assistance
• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Salary Range

$103k-$143K

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.