Full-Time
Senior Lead Developer
A-TEK
51-200 employees
Federal IT and scientific services
Compensation Overview
$150k - $162k/yr
Washington, DC, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid role based in Washington, DC; some on-site days required.
Bachelor's
 Software Engineering (1) |
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- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 10 years of professional software development experience
- Minimum 5 years supporting Federal Government IT systems
- Demonstrated experience leading software development teams
- Experience delivering enterprise applications using Agile methodologies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Lead software development efforts across multiple Agile development teams.
- Serve as the senior technical authority for application design and implementation.
- Establish development standards, coding guidelines, and engineering best practices.
- Mentor and coach developers through design reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance.
- Conduct peer code reviews and approve production-ready code.
- Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise web applications.
- Develop modern React-based user interfaces.
- Design and develop scalable Python backend services and RESTful APIs.
- Maintain and enhance existing C#/.NET applications while supporting long-term modernization initiatives.
- Develop reusable software components and shared application services.
- Integrate enterprise applications with Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Azure services, and external systems.
- Lead migration of legacy applications to modern cloud-native architectures.
- Design scalable solutions using Azure Government services.
- Support migration from SQL Server to PostgreSQL where appropriate.
- Implement microservices, API-first architectures, and container-ready applications where applicable.
- Participate in modernization assessments and technology roadmaps.
- Design relational database schemas.
- Develop SQL Server and PostgreSQL stored procedures, views, and optimized queries.
- Support data migration and data quality initiatives.
- Optimize application performance through database tuning.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub.
- Implement automated builds, testing, and deployments.
- Integrate static and dynamic application security testing into development pipelines.
- Maintain Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) for production releases.
- Support infrastructure-as-code and automated deployment practices.
- Develop automated unit, integration, and regression tests.
- Ensure all development complies with secure coding standards.
- Support Section 508 accessibility compliance.
- Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, demonstrations, and retrospectives.
- Resolve production issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities.
- Remediate security vulnerabilities identified through automated scanning or penetration testing.
- Ensure compliance with: FISMA; NIST SP 800-53; Zero Trust principles; Federal secure software development requirements; Agency security policies.
- Produce technical design documentation.
- Maintain system architecture documentation.
- Document APIs and integration specifications.
- Develop deployment guides and operational runbooks.
- Maintain software configuration documentation.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Power Platform Developer Associate
- Security+
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
- Experience supporting Azure Government (GCC/GCC High)
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Power Platform enterprise development
- Federal cloud modernization initiatives
- Legacy application modernization
- API management platforms
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- OAuth/OpenID Connect
- Microservices architecture
- Containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Enterprise records management systems
- Section 508 accessibility compliance
- FISMA Moderate or High systems
- Authority to Operate (ATO) support
- NIST cybersecurity controls
- DevSecOps implementation
- Enterprise CI/CD pipelines
- Technical leadership
- Software architecture
- Problem solving
- Systems integration
- Analytical thinking
- Collaboration
- Customer focus
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring and coaching
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced Agile environment
A TEK is a woman-owned small business that provides information technology and scientific services to U.S. federal agencies. It helps federal civilian, health, and homeland security missions by delivering specialized IT solutions and scientific support under government contracts. The company’s offerings include GIS integration and tools such as the COVID-19 Tracking Tool powered by Archibus, showcasing its ability to deliver complex projects quickly and tailored to agency needs. Unlike many competitors, A TEK emphasizes long-standing federal partnerships (25+ years) and a track record of efficient delivery, combining domain expertise with rapid, mission-focused implementations. The goal is to help federal agencies advance their missions by providing reliable, scalable IT and scientific solutions that meet unique governmental requirements.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
McLean, Virginia
Founded
1996
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- A-TEK won a $6.7 million NIH NIAID A/V engineering task in July 2026.
- Its $192 million NIAID NEAT BPA and $55 million NHGRI award deepen NIH relationships.
- Dr. William Vantine's board seat adds federal credibility for capture strategy and partnerships.
What critics are saying
- NIH contract concentration exposes A-TEK if NIAID or NHGRI recompetes compress margins.
- MDA SHIELD's $151 billion ceiling invites larger primes to crowd out task orders by 2030.
- If federal health budgets shift after 2026, A-TEK's growth pipeline stalls fast.
What makes A-TEK unique
- A-TEK combines NIH-grade IT delivery with scientific staffing across civilian and health agencies.
- Its woman-owned status and long federal track record strengthen small-business set-aside access.
- A-TEK won MDA SHIELD in 2025, expanding into national-security systems work.
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↑ 4%A-TEK recognized as a 2026 Moxie Award finalist. A-TEK is pleased to have been named a finalist in the 2026 Moxie Award, said Kathryn Freeland, President and CEO. A-TEK is pleased to have been named a finalist in the 2026 Moxie Award," said Kathryn Freeland, President and CEO. "I am incredibly proud to congratulate our entire A-TEK team for making this recognition possible. Being named among the boldest and most innovative organizations in the D.C. metro community is a testament to our dedication, talent, and unwavering commitment to excellence. This achievement reflects the passion and collaboration that define our culture, and I am grateful for everything each member of our team does to help A-TEK continue to grow and make a meaningful impact.," Freeland said. Finalists were recently announced by 2026 Moxie Award Co-Chairs Sarah Cody and Sara Roa. "The Moxie Award, now celebrating its 10th year of recognizing Boldness in Business in the Washington, DC area, honors organizations that have set themselves above the rest with that something extra," said Moxie Award Co-Chair Sarah Cody. "Over the last 10 years, we've had the honor of identifying and honoring some of the most admirable companies in the region, and we are thrilled to share this next group of local businesses that demonstrate Moxie in new and exciting ways, making DC a great place to live and work," added Moxie Award Co-Chair Sara Roa. A complete list of finalists can be found here: Moxie Award 2026 Finalists - Moxie Award
A-TEK, Inc. celebrates Kathryn Freeland as a 2026 IGNITE Powerful Leaders Igniting Digital Technology Honoree. McLean, VA - A-TEK, Inc. is proud to announce that Kathryn "Kathy" Freeland, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), has been named a 2026 IGNITE Powerful Leaders Igniting Digital Technology Honoree by GOVTECH CONNECTS. This recognition highlights federal, military, and industry leaders who are driving bold, measurable digital transformation across government through innovation, collaboration, and mission-focused execution. IGNITE 2026, hosted by GOVTECH CONNECTS, brings together top decision-makers and operators who are reshaping the digital landscape. The event showcases leaders who are implementing AI, strengthening cybersecurity, modernizing acquisition, advancing data-driven operations, and accelerating technology adoption to deliver real mission impact. The selection of Kathy Freeland underscores her leadership in driving innovation that transforms how federal organizations operate, modernizes mission-critical systems, enhances cyber resilience, and delivers measurable outcomes across federal health, civilian, and national security agencies. "I'm honored to be recognized alongside such an accomplished group of leaders," said Kathy Freeland. "This recognition reflects the dedication of our team and our shared commitment to driving meaningful transformation and delivering impactful results that strengthen mission outcomes." IGNITE 2026 will culminate in a celebration of this year's honorees on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the National Press Club in Washington, DC, followed by a networking reception with federal, military, and industry leaders.
MCLEAN, Va.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--A-TEK, Inc. announced today that long-time government executive Dr. William “Bill” Vantine has joined its Board of Directors.