COLSA is seeking a Senior Software Developer – Applications to support the software development lifecycle, with a focus on designing, creating, testing, and maintaining both general-purpose and specialized software solutions that optimize performance, ensure data integrity, and meet mission-critical needs across a variety of domains such as finance, personnel, logistics, and contracting. This role blends advanced software engineering with database integration, DevSecOps practices, and agile project delivery. May serve in a technical leadership capacity, helping shape architecture decisions, mentor junior developers, and ensure the quality and compliance of all software deliverables. The primary place of performance will be Elizabeth City, NC, however, some positions may be filled in the Norfolk, VA, dependent upon mission needs.
Developers will contribute as part of a collaborative Agile team and must be able to operate at a high technical level while supporting both modernization initiatives and the sustainment of legacy systems supporting a critical federal mission.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)
Develop, modify, test, and document software applications and system utilities
Support analysis of user needs and translate them into functional technical requirements
Assist in application architecture design, coding, debugging, and implementation
Participate in Agile development sprints, including backlog grooming, coding, testing, and peer reviews
Support database analysis, design, and implementation within the application development process
Perform integration and system testing; troubleshoot issues and recommend enhancements
Use DevSecOps tools and practices to support code management, CI/CD, and containerized deployments
Document technical specifications, user guides, and operational procedures
Work collaboratively with other developers, systems engineers, and client stakeholders
Stay current with evolving software development technologies and methodologies
This position is pending contract award.
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