TACOM (WVA): Lead Software Developer

KBR, Inc; City of Watervliet (NY); On-site; USD 139,000 - 208,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR, Inc in Watervliet, NY is seeking a Lead Software Developer to drive design, development and implementation of software for TACOM systems. You will lead development teams, enforce coding standards and deliver secure, scalable applications.

The role requires a Bachelor's in CS or related field with 10+ years, extensive SAP and BI tool experience, and the ability to provide technical direction to stakeholders. On-site office environment with opportunities in a mission-focused program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related Business Applications field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience with SAP, LMP, CAMS;
• Experience creating reports/queries in Business Objects, BI, MII;
• Experience with BI/Reporting tools and SharePoint;
• Strong project leadership and ability to guide teams across projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction and solutions to program and business stakeholders.
• Lead development teams and ensure coding standards and best practices.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of software solutions.
• Mentor less experienced developers and coordinate project work.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team leadership

Coding standards

Security

Scalability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related Business Applications field

Tools

SAP

LMP

CAMS

SQL

Power Platform

SharePoint

Business Objects

BI

MII

Job description

Title: TACOM (WVA): Lead Software Developer

Program Summary The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations. Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Lead Software Developer serves as a senior technical leader responsible for the design, development, and implementation of software solutions supporting TACOM systems and operations. This role leads development teams, ensures coding standards and best practices are followed, and delivers high‑quality, secure, and scalable applications. The position is responsible for providing technical direction and solutions to program and business stakeholders. This position is contingent upon award.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform as the technical expert with thorough understanding of the business applications associated to assigned projects.
• Perform as a project lead with the responsibility for the instruction, guidance, direction, and monitoring of the performance of assigned application & development projects.
• Assist in the scheduling and coordinating of conversion and developmental projects with requestors to include design, migration, data validation, and solution implementation phases of a project.
• Work with customers and technical staff in the development and resolution of software problems and respond to suggestions for application modifications or enhancements.
• Participate in the development of end user manuals for all developed applications.
• Assist in the training of less experienced developer staff in the capacity as a team leader for complex projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related Business Applications field and more than 10 years of relevant work experience is required.
• Experience with technology including, but not limited to, LMP/CAMS/SQL/BI/BO/SAP/Power Platform Applications/SharePoint.
• 10 years of SAP experience including implementation of LMP (Logistics Management Program) Increment I & II and CAMS.
• Versed in creating reports/queries in Business Objects, Business Intelligence, MII, and object other oriented platforms.
• Process development experience at WVA in the Arsenal Manufacturing environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required) U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This position will be performed in office, data center, or operational environment that requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and occasional movement within facilities. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

The salary range for this position is $138,800 - $208,200. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision‑makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries. At KBR, We Deliver.

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