Sr. Systems Engineer
Ampcus
Position: Sr. Systems Engineer - 49757-1
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Washington, DC /Reston, VA
Requirements:
- Come onsite (DC or Reston) for a second round interview - no exceptions
- Come onsite for 2 - 3 weeks of training
- Are available for OVERNIGHT shift
- Are available for rotating WEEKEND shifts.
Job Description:
Night shift Role. TIME WILL UPDATE AFTER JOINING
This position requires a BS in computer science or equivalent degree, and 3-5 years of professional software development experience using Enterprise Java technologies. Specific requirements include, but are not limited to:
- Minimum 3 Years APIM experience is Needed along with Production support Experience.
- Minimum 3 years of Java experience in the development of Java/JEE enterprise applications using JEE, Spring, Hibernate, Web Services, RESTful, AJAX, JSON, SQL, JUnit, and MavenExperience with Frameworks including Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Spring Boot, Spring Integration, Spring Security, Hibernate, MyBatis
- Solid experience with the following technologies is a must -- HTML, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX
- Experience with Java Script frameworks-Angular, React, JQuery
- Experience with Spring Integration technology would be a big plus
- Experience with Big Data would be a plus
- Experience with various security protocol or framework/tool would be a big plus - SSO, Oauth2, IBM WebSeal
- Creative, motivated, focused, passionate, results-oriented
- Demonstrated ability to write efficient, clean, readable and reliable code
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Independent, self-starter, & team player
Software & Tools:
Java/JEE, Spring MVC, Spring Batch, Spring Boot, Spring Integration, Spring Security, Hibernate, MyBatis, AngularJS, REST and SOAP Web Services, Git, Maven, Jenkins, Junit and TestNG, Maven, Ant, XML, MyEclipse, Unix, Big Data
PURPOSE:
Performs complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- 25% Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev/ops standards and policies
- 25% Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
- 25% Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features
- 25% Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap / architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Education Details: Information Technology or Computer Science
Experience: 5 years' experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition and software specification development.
In Lieu of Education:
In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise, Advanced
- Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships, Advanced
- Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), Advanced
- Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems, Advanced
- Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, C, Python, etc.), Advanced
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, Advanced
- Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure), Proficient
- Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, etc.), Advanced
- Fundamental knowledge of software engineers' best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Advanced
- Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests, Advanced
- Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework, Advanced
- Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices, Advanced
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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