Software Engineer (Front End Developer)
Job Description
GCCS-J is the Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Command and Control (C2) system of record. GCCS-J supports commanders and warfighters as they conduct joint and multinational operations by providing a fused picture of the battlespace within an integrated system that is supporting Joint Warfighter needs today. GCCS-J is focused on meeting emerging operational needs through sustainment and modernization support to operational baselines and three product areas (Situational Awareness, Infrastructure, and Intelligence). Along with sustainment and modernization, GCCS-J will focus on modifying and enhancing elements or capabilities to implement new requirements, enhance functionality, increase efficiency, or lower operating / deployment costs incorporating agile technologies and capabilities.
This position requires in-depth knowledge of the entire software development life cycle. The successful candidate will be able to :
- Exhibit a positive attitude, a high level of initiative, and must enjoy the challenge of bringing structured notional software solutions to ill-defined environments
- Prioritize activities and deliver projects on time and within budget
- Interface with multiple, geographically disbursed development teams and effectively communicate project statuses and barriers
- Follow Agile Development process and full life cycle development : requirements, design, implementation, test, and maintenance
- Lead independent technical investigations, provide technical advice, recommend technical solutions, and assist the Government in integrating the GCCS-J functionality into new baselines
- Exhibit attention to detail coupled with the ability to quickly learn new procedures with minimal supervision
Basic Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree in a Science / Technology / Engineering / Mathematics (STEM) program or equivalent related work experienceProficient in JavaScript and CSSProficient in at least one of Vue.js, Angular, React JavaScript frameworksExperience with architecture and design of front-end software applicationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to operate in a team environmentUS citizen with ability to obtain a final Secret clearancePreferred Qualifications :
Experience with Java and Object-Oriented Design and ProgrammingExperience with popular programming frameworks (e.g., Spring / Spring Boot, Node.js, NPM)Experience with TypescriptExperience with various IDEs such as VSCode, Eclipse, NetbeansExperience with build ecosystems such as Maven, Gradl, JenkinsExperience with automated testing, such as Junit, Jest, Robot, or SeleniumExperience with UX design and best practicesExperience Web UI component frameworks such as Bootstrap, Material, Quasar, etc.Rudimentary Linux and Windows System Administration skillsExperience with virtual machine environments and Docker container useExperience with Open Container Initiative (OCI) containerized application developmentFamiliarity with container orchestration tools and techniques (e.g. Kubernetes, helm)Familiarity with automated testing and test toolsFamiliarity with running performance tests and debugging techniquesFamiliarity with database design / structuresExperience with Agile methodologiesFamiliarity with Command and Control (C2) SystemsFamiliarity with Application Security and Development Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)Familiarity with static code analysis tools such as SonarQube and FortifyFamiliarity with secure coding standardsUnderstanding of networking and network troubleshootingKnowledge of the Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, etc.)Ability to apply mathematical and statistical operations towards software algorithmsBackground in military intelligence and imagery, or strategic planningTop Secret security clearance