Technical Consultant (Campus Recruiting / Entry Level)

Groundswell Corporation; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

On-site gym and childcare

Job summary

Groundswell Corporation seeks entry-level Technical Consultants to solve complex challenges for federal clients using technology. This full-time, on-site role is based at our McLean, VA headquarters and emphasizes delivering impactful solutions through collaboration with clients and implementation teams.

You will gather requirements, create user stories, demonstrate solutions, and help implement, test, and document applications while proactively addressing risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related area.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology.
• Experience with database development (through classwork or professional work).
• Interest and dedication to learning new skills, professional growth and delivering strong results to clients.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required federal security clearance.
• Must be local to the Washington DC Metro area or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients and implementation teams to evaluate business requirements then quickly translating that information into technical solutions (approx: 75% building technical applications and 25% business strategy)
• Participate in requirements gathering and user story creation
• Provide solution demonstrations to clients throughout the project implementation
• Work with your project team to implement, test, and document functionality of applications
• Working with clients to identify and remediate issues and technical risks early

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Learning mindset

Database development

Federal security clearance

Willingness to relocate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Systems / Systems Engineering

Job description

Who Are We?

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.

What You’ll do:

Groundswell is looking for entry-level Technical Consultants interested in using technology to solve challenging business problems and deliver impactful solutions for our federal clients. This position is full time, on site in our Mclean, VA headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with clients and implementation teams to evaluate business requirements then quickly translating that information into technical solutions (approx: 75% building technical applications and 25% business strategy)
• Participate in requirements gathering and user story creation
• Provide solution demonstrations to clients throughout the project implementation
• Work with your project team to implement, test, and document functionality of applications
• Working with clients to identify and remediate issues and technical risks early

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related area
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for technology
• Experience with database development (through classwork or professional work)
• Interest and dedication to learning new skills, professional growth and delivering strong results to clients
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required federal security clearance
• Must be local to the Washington DC Metro area or willing to relocate

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
• Flexible work schedule
• On-site gym and childcare option

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Read a copy of the Company’s Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.

Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA
• Know your rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
• Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 703-639-1777.

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