Marine Operations (MO) Software Development Lea

Graham Technologies

Norfolk (VA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Four Weeks PTO
Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision & Life
401(k) Employer Contributions
Flexible Schedules
Education & Training Reimbursements

Job summary

Graham Technologies in Norfolk, VA, seeks an experienced Marine Operations Software Development Lead to provide technical leadership for software development and IT support across NOAA marine operations, vessel systems, unmanned platforms, and shore-based environments.

The role guides architecture, design, testing, deployment and maintenance, ensuring secure, resilient software for remote, bandwidth-constrained operations, with hybrid work options in Norfolk, DC, or Lakeland.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related technical field is required.
  • Experience across the complete software development lifecycle.
  • Experience with distributed, remote, or mission-critical applications.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for complex software and system integration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead software development activities for NOAA Marine Operations requirements.
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship to software staff.
  • Oversee architecture, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Skills

Software leadership
Mentorship
DevSecOps
Secure software development
Troubleshooting complex systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/related field
Master's degree in CS/Software Engineering/Engineering

Tools

CI/CD
Containerization
Orchestration (Kubernetes)
APIs and databases
Configuration management

Job description

Graham Technologies is seeking an experienced Marine Operations (MO) Software Development Lead to provide technical leadership for software development and IT support activities supporting NOAA marine operations. The Software Development Lead will oversee application design, development, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting for ocean-going vessels, marine mission systems, unmanned systems, and shore-based support environments.

Location

Hybrid - Norfolk, VA; Washington, DC; and/or Lakeland, FL

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead software development activities supporting NOAA Marine Operations mission requirements
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship to software-development personnel
  • Lead requirements analysis, architecture, application design, development, testing, integration, deployment, and maintenance
  • Translate shipboard and marine operational requirements into secure, resilient, and maintainable software solutions
  • Support applications associated with ocean-going vessels, marine mission systems, scientific operations, and unmanned marine systems
  • Design and maintain software capable of operating effectively in remote, intermittently connected, and bandwidth-constrained environments
  • Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex software, integration, data, and performance issues
  • Apply secure software-development and DevSecOps practices throughout the development lifecycle
  • Establish standards for source control, code review, testing, release management, configuration management, and technical documentation
  • Coordinate integration with shipboard and shore-based networks, servers, databases, identity systems, and cybersecurity services
  • Evaluate legacy applications and recommend modernization, automation, integration, resilience, and maintainability improvements
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, design artifacts, operating procedures, and knowledge-transfer materials
  • Mentor developers and perform technical and quality reviews
  • Support resolution of mission-critical software issues affecting vessel or marine operations
  • Coordinate technical priorities, risks, dependencies, and schedules with the Program Manager and Government stakeholders
Experience

Required Skills

  • Minimum 8 years of software development or software engineering experience
  • Minimum 3 years serving as a Software Development Lead, Senior Developer, Software Architect, or equivalent
  • Experience across the complete software development lifecycle
  • Experience developing and supporting distributed, remote, or mission-critical applications
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex software and systems-integration issues
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Clearance
  • Ability to satisfy all Government security, suitability, and access requirements applicable to the position
Certifications / Tools
  • Experience with source control, CI/CD, automated testing, APIs, databases, and configuration-management technologies
  • Experience with secure software-development and DevSecOps practices
Experience

Desired Skills

  • NOAA, Department of Commerce, DoD, or Federal IT experience
  • Experience supporting ocean-going vessels, shipboard IT, marine systems, scientific platforms, or unmanned marine systems
  • Experience supporting software in remote or intermittently connected environments
  • Experience supporting high-latency/low-bandwidth satellite-connected environments
Education
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, or related technical discipline
Certifications / Tools
  • Cloud, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, or software-development certifications
  • Experience with containerization, orchestration, automated deployment, and modern application architecture
Compensation

At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.

Many IT companies offer similar services, but what truly sets us apart is our people! We care deeply about our employees and consistently show our appreciation-not just for the final outcomes, but also for the effort and dedication shown every step of the way. Additionally, our generous benefits package supports our team members in living fulfilling and prosperous lives.

Benefits
  • Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
  • Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training
Why Graham Technologies?
Our Core Values Define Who We Are
  • Value our Customers
  • Care about our Employees
  • Passionate about Innovation
  • Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
  • Rely on Teamwork
  • Integrity Matters

Founded in 2007, GTech is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We achieve this by providing top-notch professionals across the IT industry. Our team embodies integrity, commitment, and reliability, which are at the heart of everything we do.

We are also dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees-the lifeblood of our business. At Graham Technologies, we've built a family-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.

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