We are looking for a talented and experienced (3+ years) Backend Web Developer to develop and support systems in an Agile DevOps environment where Java, JavaScript, Python, Django, JSON, Postgres, MySQL, AJAX, Solr/Elasticsearch, HTML5/CSS3, Jenkins, Git, VMWare, Linux, Varnish, Terraform, Apache and AWS (ELB, EC2, S3, etc.) are the prevailing frameworks and technologies. The objective of the Backend Web Developer is to support Agile DevOps software development and deployment to deliver functionality for systems that support government operations. This person should also be able to develop containerized microservices-based solutions in an AWS-based cloud infrastructure.
• Strong contributor in the design and development, and O&M support, of business portals and web-based systems, with little supervision.
• Develop using Open Source frameworks for complex system functionality.
• Develop an understanding of client business processes, objectives, and solution requirements.
• Participate in project workgroups with subject matter experts and stakeholders to understand specific needs.
• Employ common application processes, coding standards, and performance standards.
• Support production deployment and production support.
• Continue to learn and grow skills in additional frameworks, technologies, and technical practices to extend personal mastery as well as team capability.
• Research, design, develop, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of software products based on client requirements, to include further movement into AWS cloud environment and containerized/Docker-based microservices solutions.
• Participate in technical feasibility analysis on potential future application projects to management.
• Contribute to deliverables and performance metrics.
• Participate in development of documentation, technical deliverables and reports.
• Bring an agile mindset to work on an agile team using iterative development practices and Continuous Integration and deployment techniques.
• O&M and production support - investigate and resolve production inquiries and issues.
• Communicate status to team lead/project oversight.
• Collaborate with IT and business customers frequently to ensure that expected business value is delivered well.

Required Skills:
• Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science/Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in software development using Open Source/Java technologies, preferably in a large-scale enterprise environment.
• wareness of, and experience in implementing, modern design patterns.
• Solid understanding of common infrastructure roles, tools and data flows.
• Knowledge working with both Windows and Linux (RHEL) operating
• Knowledge working with both Windows and Linux (RHEL) operating systems.

The following technology skills are mandatory:
• Experience in User Interface/Web Application with the following technologies: HTML/CSS, Python, JavaScript
• Experience in Database Back End Application with the following technologies: Postres, MySQL
• Experience in API services using Python, Django, JSON
• Experience in ETL services using Solr/Elasticsearch, Python, Django
• Experience in the following frameworks:
• Previous Software Development background using tools and frameworks such as VMWare, Red Hat Linus, Varnish, Apache.
• Working knowledge of AWS cloud capabilities as well as CI/CD practices building, integrating, and deploying software into cloud-based environments.
• Knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle).
• gile development methodology experience (SAFe, LESS, Extreme, etc.).
• Strong analytic, organization, presentation, customer service and facilitation skills.

Qualifications
• BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field