Mid-level Software Developer

We are seeking to hire a Mid-level Software Developer to our team!

Client:
CTEC develops and delivers innovative customer-centric technologies and solutions that support the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) Health and Insurance business unit and Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Design, develop, and enhance software applications and data-driven solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks to support enterprise business systems.
• Application & Data Integration: Build and integrate software components and data services across cloud-based environments to ensure reliable system interoperability.
• Database Development: Develop and maintain applications utilizing relational databases and data processing frameworks, with emphasis on SQL-driven data operations.
• Python & PySpark Development: Implement data processing scripts, automation routines, and distributed data processing logic using Python and PySpark to support data-intensive workflows.
• Code Quality & Documentation: Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code; participate in code reviews and maintain software documentation.
• Testing & Debugging: Develop and execute unit and integration tests, debug defects, and resolve performance issues to improve system reliability.
• Agile Delivery: Participate in Agile development ceremonies, manage tasks through DevOps tools, and use source code control systems such as Git.
• Cloud Implementation: Support development and deployment of applications within Azure-based environments.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve application performance, automation, and development processes.
• Works under moderate supervision with guidance from senior personnel.

Skills & Work Experience:

• Professional Experience: At least three (3+) years of experience in software development or application engineering roles.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for database development, data queries, and data manipulation.
• Strong proficiency in Python, with experience using PySpark for distributed data processing.
• Experience developing applications in cloud environments, preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Working knowledge of relational and non-relational databases.
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and integrating web services.
• Familiarity with source control systems such as Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of SDLC methodologies including Agile and Waterfall.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with Azure DevOps, Azure Functions, or other Azure application services.
• Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Experience with data processing or analytics applications.
• Experience supporting federal IT systems or large enterprise modernization programs.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Clearance:
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.