Who Are We?
Groundswell is a premier technology integrator 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:
Lead development efforts consisting of multiple developers or multi-thread development projects.
Collaborate with end users, business analysts, and systems analysts to determine features, requirements, and solution design.
Design, document, and enforce architectural and design standards.
Gather and drive stakeholder requirements and product vision through the planning, analysis, development, and testing phases.
Possess a thorough understanding of the data, sources, and relationships of data.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex application issues as needed.
Develop, upgrade, test, implement, and document software components of client applications.
Work independently within teams throughout all phases of the development lifecycle.
Communicate with end users, business analysts, and systems analysts to determine features, requirements, and solution design.
Develop enhancements to a suite of applications using leading software principles.
Document technical specifications and designs.
Adhere to established design, coding, naming, and standards.
Participate in code reviews and apply corrections as required.
Adhere to change control processes.
Write/revise documentation, including operations and user guidelines.
How You’ll Excel In Your Role:
Problem-solving skills and a proven record of working well in a team environment.
Advanced proficiency in analysis and communication skills (verbal and written) across all organizational levels.
Excellent analysis and communication skills (written and oral).
Work with other team members and ask for assistance as required.
Effectively communicate progress on assignments and potential blockers.
Required Experience:
BA/BS in Computer Science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
3-5 years of experience in software application development.
Advanced knowledge of software tools, platforms, and processes required to support the associated technology stack: TypeScript/JavaScript, React, IaC (CloudFormation/Terraform/AWS SAM), CDK, Serverless Framework, AWS (S3, ECS, Fargate, ECR, RDS, SSM, SES, Lambda, MSK, Step Functions, API Gateway, CloudFront, Route 53), Kafka (Event-Driven Architectures), OpenSearch/ElasticSearch.
CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.)
Good understanding of unit testing, including how and when to write tests.
Automated testing experience (Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, etc.) is a plus.
Solid knowledge of the various types of databases, how they differ, the benefits each offers, and experience working with any ORMs.
Preferred Experience:
Public Trust Clearance.
AWS Certification (Associate/Professional/Specialty).
Skills:
Certification:
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:
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.
Groundswell is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Read a copy of the Company’s Affirmative Action Statement.
Additional Resources:
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 hr@gswell.com or 703-639-1777.
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