Software Developer

Jobtailor; Norfolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a software developer to design, develop, document, test, and debug new and existing systems. This role emphasizes Databricks data pipelines, Python, PySpark, and collaboration with Data Scientists and other developers in a hybrid team.

Responsibilities include requirement analysis, code reviews, automated testing, and dashboard support (Qlik). Must have DoD Secret clearance, US citizenship, and a BS in CS or related field; 2+ years experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (minimum)
• Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related fields
• 2+ years of active, hands-on software development experience with languages such as Python, R, C#, or Angular
• Familiar with utilizing PySpark for data transformation
• Current experience using Git for source control, including branch management, pull requests, and mandatory peer code reviews
• Current experience building and maintaining data pipelines in the Databricks platform
• Familiarity with writing automated test cases and implementing quality checks
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate in hybrid teams, working alongside Data Scientists to productionize models and other Software Developers to integrate features
• Ability to write modular Python functions, classes, and packages
• Proven track record of applying automated testing (unit/integration tests) and code quality/linting tools
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team, with active ownership of user stories, writing technical specifications, estimating story points, and participating in peer reviews
• Experience building and maintaining Qlik Dashboards
• Practical application of data management principles, ensuring data availability, integrity, and security across production pipelines
• Comfortable directly supporting, collaborating with, and presenting technical solutions to customers

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug new and existing software systems and/or applications
• Develop and maintain pipelines in a Databricks environment
• Analyze code to find causes of errors and revise programs as needed
• Participate in the full development life cycle, including requirements analysis and design
• Participate in software design meetings and analyze user needs to determine technical requirements
• Identify and evaluate new technologies for implementation
• Consult with end users to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet customer needs
• Write technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements
• Support, maintain, and document software functionality
• Support monthly product and detailed report generation
• Provide support and input to dashboard design and development
• Support the Naval Safety Command and contribute to data-driven solutions for critical decision-making

Skills

Python Programming

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Databricks

Git

Qlik

PySpark

Python

R

C#

Angular

Job description

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug new and existing software systems and/or applications


• Develop and maintain pipelines in a Databricks environment


• Analyze code to find causes of errors and revise programs as needed


• Participate in the full development life cycle, including requirements analysis and design


• Participate in software design meetings and analyze user needs to determine technical requirements


• Identify and evaluate new technologies for implementation


• Consult with end users to prototype, refine, test, and debug programs to meet customer needs


• Write technical specifications based on conceptual design and stated business requirements


• Support, maintain, and document software functionality


• Support monthly product and detailed report generation


• Provide support and input to dashboard design and development


• Support the Naval Safety Command and contribute to data-driven solutions for critical decision-making

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (minimum)


• Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or related fields


• 2+ years of active, hands-on software development experience with languages such as Python, R, C#, or Angular


• Familiar with utilizing PySpark for data transformation


• Current experience using Git for source control, including branch management, pull requests, and mandatory peer code reviews


• Current experience building and maintaining data pipelines in the Databricks platform


• Familiarity with writing automated test cases and implementing quality checks


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders


• Ability to collaborate in hybrid teams, working alongside Data Scientists to productionize models and other Software Developers to integrate features


• Ability to write modular Python functions, classes, and packages


• Proven track record of applying automated testing (unit/integration tests) and code quality/linting tools


• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team, with active ownership of user stories, writing technical specifications, estimating story points, and participating in peer reviews


• Experience building and maintaining Qlik Dashboards


• Practical application of data management principles, ensuring data availability, integrity, and security across production pipelines


• Comfortable directly supporting, collaborating with, and presenting technical solutions to customers

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in software development, particularly in Python, R, C#, and Angular, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions. Proficient in building and maintaining data pipelines in Databricks and applying automated testing methodologies to ensure software quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Software Development Experience


• Databricks Pipeline Development


• Python Programming


• Automated Testing Implementation


• Agile/Scrum Methodology

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Python


• R


• C#


• Angular


• PySpark


• Git


• Automated Testing


• Data Pipeline Development


• Qlik Dashboard Development


• Technical Specification Writing

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills


• Collaboration


• Customer Support

Certifications & Qualifications

• DoD Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Software Development Life Cycle


• Data Management Principles


• Agile


• Scrum


• User Needs Analysis

Tools & Technologies

• Databricks


• Git


• Qlik