Senior Application Developer

Tygart is currently seeking a Senior Application Developer to support the design and development of an automated workflow system to manage multi-source, image-based intelligence for a Department of Justice (DoJ) organization. The candidate will be part of a team, collaborating closely with the government staff, to create an efficient process capable of integrating applications on a common platform and enhancing collaboration with external partners.

The candidate must have practical experience developing solutions on Red Hat and Windows platforms, Oracle and MS SQL databases, Java, as well as familiarity with agile-like development methodologies. This position requires that the candidate have a current Top Secret security clearance.

• Translate business and technical requirements into extensible, scalable, and maintainable services designs and develop new software products or major enhancements to existing software.
• Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools.
• Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments related to software analysis; researches, tests, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new products based on client requirements.
• Troubleshoot production problems related to software applications.
• Consult with project teams and end users to identify application requirements.
• Participate in development of software user manuals.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Eight (8) years of system development experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience providing solutions with Red Hat Linux utilizing Red Hat Server/Workstation virtualization technology and Microsoft Windows environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting Java and Oracle-based implementations.
• Demonstrated skill in performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, and automation.
• Ability to interface with different databases including Oracle and MS SQL.
• Knowledge designing, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, and software reliability analysis.
• Experience using agile or agile-like development methodologies is highly desired.
• Experience leading development teams.
• Full lifecycle application development including managing, authorizing and editing of front end graphical user interfaces uses web based techniques and standards.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and possess strong oral and written communication skills, along with excellent organizational capabilities.

Tygart Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are respected and their contributions are valued.