Senior Application Developer - DHS

cFocus Software Incorporated; Springfield (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is looking for a Senior Application Developer to support the Department of Homeland Security. This role involves developing and maintaining geospatial applications, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and leveraging advanced technologies. Candidates should have extensive experience in application development, especially with .NET and Python, as well as a degree in IT or a related field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Application Development experience.
• 10+ years of experience with technologies listed above.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain custom geospatial applications.
• Provide technical expertise during requirements collection and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with Federal government and industry best practices.

Skills

Application Development

.NET

C#

Python

ESRI APIs

Software Development Kits (SDKs)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Geography or a related field

Job description

Overview

cFocus Software seeks a Senior Application Developer to join our brand-new 3-year program supporting the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This position is primarily remote. However, on-site meetings in Springfield, VA may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Geography or a related field.
• 10+ years of Application Development experience
• 10+ years of experience with .NET, C#, Python, Notebook Server, ESRI APIs, Software Development Kits (SDKs).

Duties

• Design, develop and maintain custom geospatial and situational awareness applications and tools to meet specific organizational needs.
• Provide technical expertise during requirements collection and analysis, defining tasks/stories.
• Develop solutions to meet the needs of the GMO Programs (i.e., COP, HIFLD, and GII).
• Develop testing criteria based on Operational Requirements and Key Performance Parameters.
• Develop test plans and test scripts to ensure that the integrity and security of the system(s) are adequately protected, and user requirements are met.
• Develop new and maintain existing automation test cases.
• Conduct developmental and operational testing including executing test cases (manual and automated) and capture results.
• Report testing conclusions and recommendations to support test results.
• Implement solutions to meet the needs of the GMO Programs (i.e., COP, HIFLD, and GII).
• Integrate geospatial applications with other enterprise systems to enhance functionality and data sharing.
• Ensure that all development work complies with Federal government and industry best practices, DHS directives/policies, and federal laws.
• Develop scripts to automate routine geospatial tasks, such as data processing, analysis, and reporting.
• Implement automated workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Create and deploy custom web applications using ESRI\'s Experience Builder, or custom JavaScript applications leveraging the ArcGIS API for JavaScript, python, etc.
• Set up and customize Dashboards to display real-time data, key performance indicators, and other relevant information in an interactive and visually appealing manner.
• Develop and implement automation scripts using Python and ArcGIS Notebooks to streamline data processing, analysis, and reporting tasks.
• Design and publish web maps and layers, including configuring symbology, pop-ups, and labeling to meet specific user requirements.
• Design and implement AI-driven automated workflows to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and optimize geospatial data handling processes.
• Leverage AI to dynamically adjust workflows based on real-time data inputs and changing operational requirements.
• Regularly update and maintain the customized applications to ensure compatibility with the latest ESRI software releases and to incorporate new features and enhancements.
• Ensure that all scripting and automation efforts comply with Federal government and industry best practices, DHS directives/policies, and federal laws.
• Propose innovative solutions to enhance the capabilities of the ESRI Portal and ArcGIS Online systems.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in geospatial technology to recommend and implement new features and functionalities.
• Ensure that all enhancements are in line with Federal government and industry best practices, DHS directives/policies, and federal laws.