Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

GovCIO; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 195,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Discounts

Learning & Development

Certification Assistance

Referral Bonus

Internal Mobility

Pet Insurance

Flexible Work Environment

Job summary

GovCIO is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the VA Data Modernization initiative. The role is fully remote within the United States and requires leadership across design, development, and deployment of complex applications in a cross-domain setting.

You will drive modern Java tech stacks and collaborate in an Agile environment. You will mentor mid-level engineers, shape CI/CD pipelines, and partner with architects and product managers to deliver scalable, secure software for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field plus 12 years experience.
• Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA.
• Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Git using ADO or GitHub; Agile/Scrum teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of complex applications within a cross-domain solution.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into features.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to mid-level engineers.
• Design robust CI/CD pipelines and work with DevOps to automate deployment.
• Ensure security, reliability, and compliance of applications.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Hibernate

JPA

JavaScript

REST APIs

OOP & Design Patterns

Git / Version Control

Agile/Scrum

English Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

SQL / Relational DBs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Azure

Azure Synapse

Databricks

Terraform

PowerShell

Python

Bicep

GitHub / ADO

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

United States

Suitability/Public Trust

Fully remote

Information Technology

Overview

GovCIO is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Data Modernization initiative. The engineer will lead the design, development, and deployment of complex applications as part of a cross-domain solution. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with product owners, champions, and stakeholders to identify, document, and integrate requirements into features as part of a modern software development lifecycle.

Utilize Agile for the management and delivery of work across the modernization team.

Provide technical leadership and mentoring to mid-level engineers.

Collaborate with architects, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and ensure alignment with business goals.

Conduct thorough code reviews and enforce best practices in software engineering.

Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability.

Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, and deployment processes.

Work closely with DevOps teams to improve delivery pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment strategies.

Ensure the security, reliability, and compliance of applications through thoughtful design and automation.

Participate in system architecture discussions and influence key technical decisions.

Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in development, testing, and production environments.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field plus 12 years experience.
• Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA
• Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript
• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and Java best practices
• Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA
• Solid understanding of RESTful web services and API design
• Experience with version control systems (Git using ADO or GitHub)
• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written
• Self-motivation, organization, time-management, and deductive problem-solving skills
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Networking, web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Microsoft Windows
• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM tools
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Expertise with Azure or other major cloud platforms.
• AWS Certified - Synops Admin
• Experience with Java, Javascript, Ruby, Solution Architecture, and DevOps
• Experience with Databricks workspace administration, catalog creation, mount configurations, and cluster setup.
• Familiarity with cloud identity and access management (IAM), including Service Principals, role-based access control (RBAC), and persona‑based configurations.
• Strong knowledge and experience with data lake architectures, especially Delta Lake or similar structured storage solutions.
• Experience automating cloud provisioning workflows (e.g., Terraform, ARM, Bicep, PowerShell, Python).
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering and business teams.
• Strong documentation practices and experience building standard operating procedures.
• Experience supporting public sector or healthcare data environments is a plus.

Clearance Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust

Posted Salary Range

USD $195,000.00 - USD $225,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at‑w‑t‑l position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.