Software Developer - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Home Office (VAHOME)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ179846
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None
Suitability:
Public Trust/Other Required:
Job Family:
Software Development
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Agile Scrum Development, Java, Software Development
Certifications:
None - None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Software Developer Senior at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Developer Senior, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Software Developer Senior joining the GDIT team to support our clients' efforts in creating modern systems that implement Clean Air Act policy.
HOW A SOFTWARE DEVELOPER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Participate in an agile team, contributing to all aspects of the development lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, code review, testing, deployment, and maintenance of software solutions.
Guide junior and mid-level software developers, including peer reviews and paired programming to support sound coding practices and adherence to operating standards.
Design systems that follow industry best practices and meet our clients' needs.
Support and enhance a software web application architecture that includes databases (Oracle, Postgres, etc.), RESTful web services (Spring, JSON, XML, etc.), a variety of user interface frameworks (Angular, APEX, Struts 2, etc.), and systems and security integration.
Implement technical requirement specifications into working software that satisfies acceptance criteria.
Produce technical documentation and specifications as needed to support our business needs.
Contribute to improvements in the software development lifecycle, utilizing practices such as test-driven development, static code analysis, code reviews, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and automated security scanning.
Recommend continuous improvements to operating standards for such items as change control, source code control, issue tracking, time reporting, etc.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Required Experience: 5+ years' experience in information technology or software development (application development, systems integration). Java and TypeScript programming experience preferred. A Master's degree or specialized certification will count as 2 years of experience, and a PhD as 4 years of experience.
Experience developing responsive, mobile-friendly web-based applications that integrate seamlessly with APIs and back-end databases.
Experience estimating development tasks and identifying associated risks and dependencies.
Experience guiding junior or mid-level software developers through peer reviews and productive feedback on coding practices.
Proficiency with fundamental languages such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and JSP.
Proficiency programming in modern frameworks such as Angular and Spring Boot.
Proficiency with database languages such as PostgreSQL and Oracle SQL.
Experience working on an agile software development team.
Security Clearance Level: EPA Public Trust Tier 4 preferred.
Excellent communication skills with experience developing, communicating, and executing complex ideas.
Attention to detail and desire to contribute sound recommendations to influence product decisions.
Location: Remote
US Citizenship Required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
The likely salary range for this position is $86,700 - $117,300. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Remote
Work Location:
Any Location / Remote
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee's date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Falls Church, VA
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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