Software Developer SME (Containerized Applications Specialist)

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise software applications using .NET technologies to support mission-critical systems and operational requirements.
• Develop, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize PL/SQL code, including stored procedures, functions, packages, triggers, and complex database queries.
• Analyze, review, debug, and enhance existing .NET application code to improve system functionality, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Design, develop, and maintain database-driven applications, ensuring efficient data processing, system integration, and data integrity.
• Perform application troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and defect resolution across .NET applications and Oracle database environments.
• Collaborate with software developers, database administrators, system engineers, and cybersecurity personnel to support application development, maintenance, and modernization initiatives.
• Conduct code reviews, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement improvements to enhance application reliability, scalability, and security.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, regression, and functional testing to validate software performance and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Support automated software testing activities using tools such as Telerik Test Studio or comparable testing platforms.
• Participate in Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, business analysts, and technical teams to gather requirements, evaluate system enhancements, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Utilize ServiceNow or similar IT service management platforms to document, track, prioritize, and resolve application incidents, service requests, and change management activities.
• Support application deployment, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting within secure Department of Defense and Department of the Navy network environments.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure applications comply with applicable Department of Defense cybersecurity policies, security controls, and information assurance requirements.
• Support software vulnerability remediation, security assessments, and system accreditation activities to maintain compliance with applicable security standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including application design specifications, database schemas, software configuration records, test plans, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues, implement software enhancements, and minimize operational disruptions.
• Evaluate existing application architectures, development processes, and database solutions to identify opportunities for automation, modernization, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations to development teams on .NET programming, PL/SQL development, application integration, and software engineering best practices.
• Support the continuous improvement of software development processes to ensure reliable delivery of secure, high-quality applications that meet evolving mission requirements.

• High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)
• Clearance Required: Top Secret w/SCI
• IAT II Certification
• Possess expert knowledge in reading/writing PL/SQL code.
• Possess expert knowledge in reading/writing .Net code.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on Department of Navy networks
• Experience with Agile projects
• Experience with Service Now
• Experience with Telerik Test Studio

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant’s or an employee’s disability.

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