BCT Project ManagerFull Stack Engineer Head Start IT-AMS Platform
BCT Project ManagerFull Stack Engineer Head Start IT-AMS Platform
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About BCT:
We harness the power of expertise and innovation to solve complex social problems transform lives and create lasting change.
BCT is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics innovative solutions and program management. We believe complex issues are best solved through collaboration. As a result we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise research evaluation technology organizational development and a passion for change.
To learn more about how we live our values of Ubuntu (I am because we are) and our mission go to our website and follow us on social media.
About the Role:
The Project Manager/Full Stack Engineer is responsible for providing fullstack technical leadership for the design development enhancement and maintenance of the ITAMS platform which supports nationwide monitoring and oversight for the Office of Head Start. This individual will lead a team of developers across frontend and backend domains ensuring that all technical solutions are scalable secure accessible and aligned with agile delivery principles and federal compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will be a handson leader with deep expertise in modern web technologies DevSecOps practices cloudbased deployment and integration with external systems.
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How You Contribute to the Team:
Provide architectural leadership across both frontend and backend systems ensuring reliable performance maintainability and security of the ITAMS platform
Oversee development of user interfaces using React and the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) ensuring responsive accessible and usercentered design implementation
Lead API development data integration and servicelayer implementation using Java and PostgreSQL
Collaborate with product managers designers and analysts to translate user needs and functional requirements into technical solutions
Ensure compliance with FISMA Low security controls and support continuous Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation and processes
Manage CI/CD pipelines containerization cloud deployment (e.g. Cloud or AWS) and infrastructure as code
Conduct code reviews mentor development team members and establish engineering best practices
Ensure frontend and backend systems work seamlessly to support integrated workflows dashboards and performance reporting tools
Monitor application performance and reliability implementing monitoring tools and performance optimizations
Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning retrospectives and backlog grooming
Perform these and other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCTs goals and objectives.
What You Bring to the Table:
As no individual candidate meets every qualification we encourage candidates who meet most of these requirements to apply!
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related technical field
Minimum of 6 years of experience in fullstack web development including at least 3 years in a technical leadership or architectural role
2 years of experience in leading teams including both direct and indirect reports with a track record of fostering collaboration and ensuring compliance with established guidelines and approaches.
Proficient in modern frontend technologies including React JavaScript HTML5 and CSS3
Proficient in backend development using Java and/or with expertise in building and maintaining RESTful APIs
Strong experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and understanding of data modeling principles
Familiarity with accessibility and usability standards including WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 compliance
Experience with CI/CD pipelines Gitbased version control Docker and infrastructureascode tools
Knowledge of secure coding practices and compliance with federal IT standards including FISMA
Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g. ELK Stack Prometheus or similar)
Proven ability to work collaboratively in agile crossfunctional development teams
Experience with federal system integration (e.g. HSES IRIS) and platforms requiring ATO is preferred
Familiarity with the U.S. Web Design System (USWDS) and DevSecOps principles is a plus
Proven ability to effectively communicate to various audiences when speaking and in writing.
Proficiency with computer Internet Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint); experience with SharePoint and Monday desirable.
Experience with video meetings/conferencing (e.g. Zoom Adobe MS Teams).
Ability to adapt quickly to new applications.
There are multiple factors considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
BCT offers a competitive total compensation package that for this position includes a base salary between $115000 and $150000 along with a generous benefits package. BCTs benefits include heavily subsidized medical dental and vision coverage fully vested 401k plan with company match company paid life and disability insurance plans paid family leave and a generous paid time off policy.
This is a remote position that is expected to require regular travel to Washington DC; therefore ideal candidates will be located in the DC Maryland and Virginia area. Though we do have staff in all four time zones BCT Partners works primarily on Eastern Time. We support and encourage a strong staff community leveraging virtual communication tools and collaborative work practices. The African philosophy of Ubuntu (I am because we are) is an overarching value that influences our leadership and interactions.
About the Project:
The Office of Head Start (OHS) within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has initiated a critical effort to modernize and sustain its Aligned Monitoring System 2.0 (ITAMS) a centralized digital platform that enables comprehensive oversight of Head Start and Early Head Start grant recipients across the United States and territories. This initiative supports OHSs mandate to ensure grantee compliance performance and responsible stewardship of federal funds through approximatelyreviews annually.
Through this contract BCT Partners will provide a full suite of digital services including OHS technology integration ongoing system maintenance and enhancement and technologyrelated service and support. These efforts will ensure that ITAMS remains secure scalable and responsive to evolving program needs. Leveraging agile and usercentered design principles the project aims to enhance interoperability with other OHS systems deliver robust data analytics and dashboards improve user experience and provide help desk and training support for diverse stakeholders. Together these services will empower OHS staff to make datainformed decisions identify risks streamline monitoring workflows and improve outcomes for Head Start children and families.
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