Requirement: Sr Systems & Software Dev't Specialist

Job Description:

Forge requires a Software Development Specialist to join a dynamic team supporting the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). The project is a modern cloud-based customer software engagement designed to deliver new digital capabilities to support Army Installation and Enterprise Master Planning. This role will engage with a large development team and perform key development activities for critical application elements and modules.

Key Responsibilities: Key responsibilities of the candidate will be (but aren't limited to):

• Plan, direct, or coordinate development and coding activities for information systems and underlying data structures
• Develop features and applications using Palantir Foundry
• Develop high-quality features using .NET/C# and following CI/CD processes.
• Perform unit testing on developed features, enhancements, and fixes to ensure the product is ready for customer review.
• Support customer feedback review and provide development team disposition on collected feedback, as well as new feature and enhancement requests
• Develop detailed time and sizing estimates for technical tasking and user stories
• Update product backlogs with the latest ticket status
• Work with the integrated project team to deploy the latest code using CI/CD to associated Azure services (Azure SQL and Azure App Service/Functions)
• Document technical artifacts, including data models, process flows, applications, and interface design
• Development and maintenance of system architecture and requirements documentation
• Maintain Active Security Clearance

Qualifications/Requirements:

The Candidate must be able to think strategically, act tactically, and demonstrate strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. They must also build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. The Candidate must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment and not be hindered by ambiguity or competing priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• US Citizen (authorization to work is not sufficient)
• 9-10 years of professional experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
• Experience with Palantir Foundry
• Experience with .NET/C#
• Experience with Visual Studio
• SQL/MSSQL Experience
• Front End Experience (React, Vue, Angular)
• Experience with CSS and HTML5
• Experience with MS Azure SQL and Azure App Service
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Ability to follow security protocols to protect sensitive data
• Security+CE certification

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Active SECRET (or higher) security clearance
• Experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) preferred
• Azure certification preferred

Job: Full-time

Location: Remote, but must be within the DC/MD/VA area

Salary Range: $135k-$155k/year

Assigned Forge JobTitle: Senior Specialist

Essential Duties:

• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication- Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Diversity- Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethics; upholds organizational values.
• Strategic Thinking- Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Planning/Organizing- Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism- Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Qualifications- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, proposals, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.
• Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, type, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Work Environment- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.

This job posting sets forth the basic authorities and responsibilities of this position, which may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Benefits:

Forge fosters a rich company culture built on a diverse, hard-working employee base. Our staff is the core of our success and the impetus behind our decisions. In today's corporate culture, there is no longer a line between work and home life. As a result, we focused our benefits approach on the whole family.

The Forge total compensation model is based on a "choose-your-own-adventure approach," allowing each employee to create a comprehensive package of benefits and perks tailored to his or her needs. Examples of benefits included in our total compensation package include:

• Complete Flextime
• 401k With Employer Matching
• Healthcare, Including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) And Pre-Tax Premium Options
• Supplementary healthcare and family support
• Extended Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Healthcare Insurance Deductible Paydown
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment, and Education & Training Stipends
• Cell Phone / Internet Stipends
• College Saving Plans with Employer Contributions
• Alternative Work Locations and Tele-Commuting
• Employee Referral Awards
• Retention, Signing & Performance Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Sabbatical