Senior DevOps Engineer

Senior DevOps EngineerLocation: Baltimore, MD (Hybrid) Duration: 12 months contract HybridThe Senior Software Engineer will lead in the delivery and maintenance of mission-critical applications and services that support client initiatives. The Senior DevOps Engineer has a strong focus on.NET and Microsoft technologies to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance applications and will play a key role in driving our software initiatives forward. In addition, the Senior DevOps Engineer must have implementing, customizing, and supporting popular Government Saas applications such as, but not limited to, Accela and OpenGov.Primary responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:Design and Development: Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and maintainable.NET applications.Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.Requirements Analysis: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand and refine requirements.Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and leadership to the development team, ensuring best practices are followed.Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues and bugs in a timely manner.Performance Optimization: Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.Integration: Develop and maintain integrations with third-party systems and APIs.Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and continuously improve development processes and standards.Technical SkillsDeep C#/VB.NET/HTML/CSS/Javascript/ ASP.NET/Blazor and Database Transactional and Decision Support language experience.Experience with RESTful API development and microservices architecture.Deep experience with Microsoft SQL Server (SSMS, SSAS, SSIS, RS, etc...)Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.Deep experience with version control systems like Git as well as CI/CD processes.Demonstrated knowledge of popular SDLC models, process, deliverables, and application.Deep conceptual grasp of popular design patterns for object-oriented software development.Experience with BI Reporting tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, and the like.Deep experience with Microsoft Development Platforms and tools (VisualStudio, VisualStudio Code, etc...)Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Equivalent work experience will also be considered.Microsoft.NET/Azure development stack – recent 8 year(s)Application Development - 5 year(s)Application Development Lead - 2 year(s)Government enterprise application management and customization (ie: Accela, OpenGov)Required Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesLocal government experience is preferred, but not required.Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.Strong communication and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Experience with government systems such as Accela and OpenGov is a strong differentiator.