Application Developer

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Applications Developer in support of a dynamic team in McLean VA. This role is ideal for a professional ready to take on the challenge of transitioning a Java/Springboot application interfacing with an Elasticsearch data tier to a cuttingedge Pythonbased solution. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the legacy search environment while simultaneously developing new features and ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of the nextgeneration platform in coordination with an Agile Development team.

Responsibilities:

• Support the transition of a Java/Springboot application to a Pythonbased solution.
  

• Maintain the legacy search environment until it can be retired.
  

• Develop new features and provide ongoing operations and maintenance for the nextgeneration platform.
  

• Work within a dynamic Agile environment supporting integration with multiple applications.
  

• Represent the development team in Technical Exchange meetings.
  

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience with Elasticsearch.
  

• Proficiency in Java/Springboot and Python development.
  

• Experience supporting multiple interrelated services and working with REST services.
  

• Proficiency with AWS Services and Cloudbased development including EC2 ELB RDS S3 and VPC.
  

• Experience in Agile (Sprint or Kanban) development environments.
  

• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
  

• Experience in design systems analysis and identifying technology gaps.
  

Highly Desired Skills:

• Experience with Kubernetes or Lambda.
  

• Experience with Big Data tools and environments.
  

• Monitoring and event management in AWS Services.
  

• Automation monitoring and alerting for cloud platforms.
  

• Experience with authentication services and API Gateways.
  

• Managing CICD pipelines using tools like CloudFormation and JENKINS.
  

• Ability to convey technical information to nontechnical individuals.
  

Benefits

Paid Time and Flexibility

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy up to 10 paid days off plus an additional 5 floating days each year offering flexibility and worklife balance.
  

• Holidays: Benefit from 11 paid holidays with the option to use flex time instead accommodating personal preferences and needs.
  

• Flexibility in Work Hours: Tailored to support worklife balance enhancing employee satisfaction and productivity.
  

Financial and Retirement Benefits

• BiMonthly Payroll: Consistent and reliable pay schedule ensuring financial stability.
  

• Retirement Savings Plan (401k): A partnership with one of the top retirement plan providers in the U.S. featuring a guaranteed 3% match fostering longterm financial security. Eligibility criteria include being 21 years or older with plan participation starting after 3 months of employment.
  

• Performance and Recognition Awards: Quarterly individual or companywide awards acknowledging and rewarding excellence.
  

Health and Wellness

• UnitedHealthcare PPO Plan: Comprehensive national coverage including medical dental vision and Health Savings Account (HSA) options. Coverage begins on the first of the month following your start date. Enrollment must be completed within 30 days of starting to avoid waiting for the annual enrollment period in October.
  

Career Development and Commuter Support

• Career Advancement: Offers reimbursement for tuition and training essential for career growth promoting continuous learning and development.
  

• Commuter Benefits: A $150 monthly contribution towards parking expenses easing the commute. Receipts are required by the 25th of each month with reimbursements processed in the following payroll.
  

Bonus Programs

• PerformanceBased Bonuses: Projectspecific bonuses that reward individual contributions to the companys success.
  

• Annual CompanyWide Bonus: Reflects the companys overall performance sharing success across the team.