Data Collection System (DCS) Developer/Team Lead
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- Develop, maintain, and enhance Data Collection Systems (DCS) by implementing new features, resolving defects, automating processes, and ensuring software quality through established development and configuration management practices
- Manage application configuration, release packaging, and deployment activities across test, staging, and production environments using AWS-based CI/CD pipelines and change management procedures
- Partner with Data Managers and test teams to define requirements, implement event-specific capabilities, provide operational support during test execution, and ensure successful data collection operations
- Develop data-processing solutions, support verification and validation activities, and produce compliant data packages for customer delivery and long-term government archival storage
- Maintain system security posture by implementing vulnerability remediation, applying security updates, coordinating with cybersecurity stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with applicable DHS and organizational requirements
- Lead technical coordination efforts by managing system resources, facilitating Change Control Boards (CCBs), coordinating with government and contractor stakeholders, monitoring development risks, and overseeing support activities across multiple test events
Requirements
Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must have an active SECRET clearance. This position is contingent upon award., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Minimum 10 years of experience in software development, systems engineering, or enterprise application support
- Experience supporting test and evaluation activities, data validation processes, or operational test environments
- Familiarity with change management, configuration control boards, and software quality assurance methodologies
- Ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions and implementation plans
- Strong ability to coordinate across multiple technical and operational stakeholders
- Experience leading technical teams, task assignments, or project execution activities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Technical Skills
- Proficiency in software development using modern programming and scripting languages (e.g., C#, Python, JavaScript/Typescript, PowerShell, SQL, bash)
- Experience with relational database (PostgreSQL preferred) design, SQL development, and database administration concepts
- Experience developing automation tools, data processing scripts, and system integration
- Knowledge of software version control systems and branching strategies
- Experience with AWS cloud services (preferred, EC2, ECS, ECR, RDS, CloudFormation, CodeCommit, and CodePipeline)
- Familiarity with application deployment, system administration, and troubleshooting in Linux and Windows environments
- Experience implementing cybersecurity updates, vulnerability remediation, and secure development practices
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting CBRN, DHS, or federal government programs
- Experience with data archiving, metadata management, and long-term records preservation
- Knowledge of scientific, laboratory, sensory/instrumentation, operational test support systems, and data collection architectures
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevSecOps practices
- Familiarity experience with Infrastructure as Code (especially AWS CDK)
- Familiarity with a monorepo with build orchestration tooling (Nx and mise)
- Familiarity with Authentication/security (e.g., JWT, OIDC/SSO)
About the company
Mayvin is more than a workplace-it’s a community built on innovation, ingenuity, and impact. Enjoy outstanding benefits and amenities, a truly supportive work environment, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. Your contributions are recognized and rewarded, and-most importantly-your voice matters. Here, you’re treated with the dignity and respect you deserve. Mayvin is proud to support the national security mission of the United States through exceptional service to the Departments of War, Homeland Security, and Justice. Join us in solving the nation’s toughest challenges-because at Mayvin, #PeopleMatter and it’s time to #ReimagineYourMission.
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