Information Technology - Engineer, Software Sr

Ampcus Incorporated

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60–$70 Per Hour
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Best Practices, Business Services, C Programming Language, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Software, Computer Systems, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Database Technology, Debugging Tools, Documentation, Emerging Technology, Functional Analysis, High Reliability Software, Information Technology & Information Systems, JavaScript, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, MongoDB, Open Source, Operating Systems, Oracle Database, PostgreSQL, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Planning, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance Methodology, Requirements Management, Salesforce.com, Snowflake Schema, Software Administration, Software Architecture Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Performance Testing, Software Specification, Software Testing, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Trend Analysis, Unit Test, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
24 days ago

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title: Information Technology - Engineer, Software Sr.
Job Location: Washington, DC

Job Description: 

Performs complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

Essential functions:

  • 25% Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev/ops standards and policies.
  • 25% Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
  • 25% Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
  • 25% Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross-functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap/architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level:

Bachelor's Degree

Education Details:

Information Technology or Computer Science

Experience:

5 years’ experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition and software specification development.

In Lieu of Education

In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise., Advanced
  • Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships., Advanced
  • Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)., Advanced
  • Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems., Advanced
  • Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, C, Python, etc.)., Advanced
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal., Advanced
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure), Proficient
  • Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, Snowflake or DataBricks etc.), Advanced
  • Fundamental knowledge of software engineers’ best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Advanced
  • Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests, Advanced
  • Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework, Advanced
  • Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices, Advanced

Additional skills

Strong Snowflake or Data Bricks certification is a plus. Salesforce experience is a plus.

 

About the Company

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Ampcus Incorporated

Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.

Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.

We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted"​ that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.

Industry: Information Technology and Services

Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
http://www.ampcus.com