Senior Developer/Architect

ITnova is seeking a Senior Developer/Architect to design and oversee robust, scalable, and secure architecture solutions for a broad suite of internal and external-facing applications. The ideal candidate will hold multiple industry-standard certifications and have hands-on experience architecting, troubleshooting, and enhancing complex enterprise systems. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Architect, design, and document Single Sign-On (SSO) Application Portal scalable and secure enterprise solutions across a suite of DPSCS
• Provide hands-on support and development assistance for applications including but not limited to:
• Maryland Automated Guidelines System (MAGS)
• Expungement Tracking System (ETS)
• National Data Exchange System (NDEX)
• Inmate Locator
• DPP Online Training Program
• Asset Tracking System (ATS)
• Single Sign-On (SSO) Application Portal
• Offender Watch Sex Offender Registry
• DP Alert System
• Mid-Atlantic Regional Information Sharing System (MARIS)
• Assist in building, configuring, and deploying IIS web servers for production and development environments.
• Design and implement SSO (Single Sign-On) across internal application suites using Okta and SAML, including integration with the DPSCS Content Management System (CMS).
• Lead the modernization of legacy applications through cloud-native architecture and containerization strategies where appropriate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, security teams, and database administrators to ensure compliance, performance, and reliability across systems.
• Analyze existing systems to identify and resolve architecture, performance, or security issues.
• Maintain documentation and ensure solutions align with enterprise IT and cybersecurity standards.

Required Skills/Certifications:     

• Knowledge of TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)
• Hands-on experience with Information Systems Architect (CISA) or CITA-Professional (IASA Global)
• Demonstrated experience architecting and developing enterprise applications using both Microsoft (.NET/.NET Core) and Java (Spring Boot) technology stacks.
• Experience designing and developing enterprise applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of Spring Boot fundamentals, including Dependency Injection, RESTful API development, and Microservices architecture
• Familiar with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• One or more Cloud Architecture Certifications, such as:
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Google Professional Cloud Architect
• Programming Languages & Frameworks:
• .NET / .NET Core
• Web API 2.0

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Deep understanding of criminal justice and public safety systems, including integrations with federal (e.g., FBI/NDEX) and state-level law enforcement systems.
• Experience in government or regulated environments with complex compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior developers and engineers.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with a strong analytical mind.

Technical Assessment

Candidates will complete a hands-on coding assessment involving both React and Spring Boot applications. The assessment requires identifying and resolving defects affecting user authentication and SID-based search functionality, demonstrating full-stack troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.

Citizenship Status Required: Must be a U.S. Citizen

Benefits:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• Company paid life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid-time-off
• Paid holidays

ITnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.