Senior Full Stack Developer

• Design, develop, document, integrate, test and deliver scripts, code and other services employing agile DevOps project life-cycle methodologies, processes procedures, in AWS cloud environment.
• Works collaboratively with technical and business team members to develop and maintain business solutions following agile development principles and practices.
• Is influential and engages actively in building out a dynamic and productive development organization and continuously improving practices and methodology.
• Designs and develops applications with an eye towards simplicity, reliability, manageability, scalability, extensibility, performance and re-use and maintenance of applications utilizing Ruby on Rails and related technologies
• Sets and adheres to software coding, best practices and style guides to ensure consistency
• Participates in code reviews.
• Completes applications development by contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems.
• Supports users by developing documentation and document software procedures and develop software reports, plans, and products, such as software development plans, software requirements specifications, software design documents, software development files, source code, version description documents, and test plans.
• Updates job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Government, DevOps, Project Lifecycle, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Test Scripts, Business Solutions, Agile Programming Methodologies, Business Development, Continuous Improvement, * 8+ years software development with hands-on experience in Java/Core JEE platform.

• Demonstrated experience using Java to design, build, and maintain scalable, API-first, service-oriented applications, including cloud-native development with Quarkus
• Robust understanding of Java and JEE technologies, including JDBC, JMS, Spring (Core/Boot), Hibernate and other ORM frameworks, with experience integrating NoSQL data stores
• Strong experience developing and consuming web services, including RESTful APIs (JSON) as well as SOAP, XML-RPC, and other service integration patterns
• Strong skills in XML, unit testing frameworks (JUnit, Mockito, etc.), and enterprise database technologies, with preference for Oracle and MarkLogic
• Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD), design patterns, and clean architecture principles
• Strong expertise in SQL, including complex queries, indexing strategies, and performance tuning; experience with NoSQL platforms such as MarkLogic
• Hands-on experience with DevOps culture and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and close collaboration with platform and operations teams
• Experience deploying and operating services in containerized, cloud-native environments using Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience working in Agile and Kanban delivery models, contributing to technical planning and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (Angular, JavaScript, jQuery) to support API integration and cross-team collaboration
• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, DynamoDB, MongoDB

• Experience designing solutions using AWS services such as: EC2, EKS, ECS, EBS, Glacier, S3, ELB, CloudFormation, Lambda, Secrets Manager, CloudWatch, VPC, RDS, Direct Connect, AWS CLI, Service Catalog, DynamoDB, and REST APIs

• Experience with CI/CD and build tools: Jenkins, Git, Maven, SonarQube, Ansible
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with Ruby for maintaining, enhancing, and supporting existing or legacy services and integrations.
• Working experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, along with exposure to Ubuntu and Apache.
• Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
• AWS cloud certified
• Must be able to pass a Federal background investigation
• CMS experience, * Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field.

At Sparksoft, we know that people do their best work when they feel supported, inspired, and connected. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that balances comprehensive benefits with a culture of collaboration and innovation. From flexible time off to professional growth opportunities, we’re committed to helping you thrive both inside and outside of work. When you join Sparksoft, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
• Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
• Comprehensive health coverage-including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
• Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
• Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
• A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture-recognized as a Great Place to Work®

Join us at Sparksoft, where we’re not just another tech company-we’re a catalyst for change. Our mission isn’t just to offer IT solutions; it’s to revolutionize the way you work. Here, passion isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the fuel behind groundbreaking ideas and transformative technologies. We serve a wide range of government clients, delivering impact that’s felt across the nation.

Our true strength lies in our people. They’re the problem-solvers and innovators consistently delivering extraordinary outcomes. With Sparksoft, you’re not stepping into a routine job; you’re joining a team committed to innovation and excellence. Our innovation extends beyond just delivering projects. Through our specialized Innovation Centers, we continuously refine our methods, ensuring we remain industry leaders.