Software Developer

Navy Exchange; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Exchange in Virginia Beach, VA seeks a Software Developer to build and maintain enterprise-wide systems. You will work as part of a team ensuring reliable operation of NEXCOM applications and supporting US DoD requirements.

You will analyze, design, and implement solutions using Java, Oracle, PL/SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks, while learning new languages and tools. Strong collaboration with DBAs, analysts, and end users is essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in administrative, technical or investigative work involving management information systems.
• Specialized experience in programming languages such as Java and PL/SQL, and ability to learn new languages (e.g., Python).
• Experience with web and application development using HTML5, XML, JSON, and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support NEXCOM application systems.
• Analyze, develop, compile, debug, and maintain Oracle, Java, and other code; learn new languages and tools as needed.
• Define technical design, specifications, data structures, interfaces, reports, and workflows; develop technical specs and test plans.
• Develop applications using SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle APEX, BI Publisher, TOAD; utilize AppWorx and Windows Task Scheduler.

Skills

Java

PL/SQL

SQL

XML

Python

PHP

Shell scripting

PowerShell

J2EE

WebLogic

Jenkins

GitHub

DevOps

JIRA

Oracle

Oracle APEX

Tools

CA Service Desk Manager

ALM

SVN

JDeveloper

Eclipse

Visual Studio Code

Job description

Job Summary:

Serve as Software Developer responsible for developing maintaining and troubleshooting enterprise-wide application systems. Duties and Responsibilities: Incumbents of this position must be U.S. Citizens

Duties and Responsibilities - Incumbents of this position must be U.S. Citizens

- Responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting NEXCOM application systems.

- Analyzes, develops, compiles, debugs, and maintains Oracle, Java, and/or other programming and scripting language code in accordance with requirements, while learning and applying new languages, tools, and development methodologies to support business needs.

- Performs application systems analysis to define the technical design, specifications, data structures, interfaces, reports, and workflows of application systems. Develops technical specifications and test plans.

- Develops applications using development tools and technologies such as SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle APEX, Oracle BI Publisher, and TOAD. Utilizes application scheduling tools such as AppWorx Job and Windows Task Scheduler to support application processing and execution.

Develops Java web applications using technologies and frameworks such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Core Java, J2EE, JSP, JSP tag libraries, Struts, Spring, iBatis, and JPA. Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to new programming languages, such as Python, PHP, and Pro*C, and work with scripting languages and tools such as PowerShell, KornShell (ksh), and Bash.

- Utilizes XML technologies such as DTD, XSD, XSLT, and XML parsers. Develops client-server applications using J2EE architecture and implementing appropriate software design patterns. Uses IDEs such as JDeveloper, Eclipse, and Visual Studio Code for application development. Uses database tools and platforms such as SQL Developer and SQL Server for database development and management. Deploys applications to application servers such as WebLogic.

- Utilizes tools such as CA Service Desk Manager, JIRA, and ALM to manage change requests, tickets, and software development activities. Uses SVN for source code management and Jenkins for automated builds and application deployment, with working knowledge of GitHub and DevOps practices.

- Ensures compliance with Configuration Management and Development Standards and the System Development Life Cycle process. Implements applicable DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) as directed or supervised by the lead or manager.

- Provides technical support to DBAs, System Analysts, and Application Administrators.

- Participates in project meetings for functional specification and design reviews with System Analysts, end users, and other team members. Supports testing activities throughout the software development and deployment process.

Ensures and implements the application of Information Security and Information Assurance policies, principles, and practices in the delivery and maintenance of systems, applications, and services, including hardware and software.

- Provides updates on project and task progress.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates must be U.S. Citizens.

Experience consisting of the following:

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

3 years’ experience in administrative, technical or investigative work, which demonstrated the ability and aptitudes required to perform technical, managerial or analytical work involving management information systems.

OR

SUBSTITUTION OF EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION:

One year of related academic study above the high school level may be substituted for 9 months of experience up to a maximum of a 4-year bachelor's degree in a business/information systems discipline for 3 years of general experience.

AND

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java and PL/SQL, with the ability to quickly learn new languages (e.g., Python) and work in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience in web and application development using HTML5, XML, JSON, and scripting languages (Bash, sh, ksh, PowerShell).
• Knowledge of database design, development, and integration in enterprise COTS application environments.
• Familiarity with application architecture, design patterns, code reviews, quality standards, and source version control (Git, SVN).
• Skilled in creating and maintaining technical documentation, including SDLC materials, and applying software change control, configuration management, and application security practices.
• Experience with application servers (WebLogic) and retail applications such as SIM, RMS, Xstore POS, and Order Management Systems.
• Participates in project meetings for functional specification and design reviews with System Analysts, end users, and other team members. Supports testing activities throughout the software development and deployment process. Provides updates on project and task progress. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Information Assurance Workforce Certifications (IAM1 jobs):

SECNAV M-5239.2, DoN, Information Assurance (IA) Workforce Manual requires incumbents of this position to possess, and maintain current, one of the following Certifications:

GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF), GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC), Security+, or one of the following higher level certifications:

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), NEXCOM preferred certification is Security+ Candidates without the required certification may be placed into this job, but must obtain the required certification within 6 months of appointment; failure to obtain this requirement will result in termination of employment.

This position is designated IT-2 (Non-critical Sensitive) in accordance with SECNAV M-5510.30 and will require a favorable Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI).