Company Description

Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government. We seek to address some of our country’s most pressing challenges in Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, and Program Management support services. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed “A Players” who already align with the company’s core values: Drive, Delivering Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future. No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all else.

This position is for a near-term opportunity

Position Summary

Join our team as a Senior Software Developer dedicated to advancing the capabilities of the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory’s) Automated Management System (PAMS). In this critical role, you will serve as a technical leader, guiding the development and modernization of software solutions that support Air Force personnel, maintenance, and operational functions. Your expertise will help ensure the delivery of secure, scalable, and maintainable systems that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of software capabilities supporting PAMS.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams.
• Evaluate solution alternatives and architectural impacts.
• Perform code reviews and establish development standards.
• Mentor developers and promote knowledge sharing.
• Design and support enterprise integrations and interfaces.
• Lead analysis and resolution of complex application, integration, and operational issues.
• Support application modernization, system enhancement, and technical debt reduction initiatives.
• Participate in backlog refinement, estimation, and release planning activities.
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, program leadership, and technical teams.
• Support cybersecurity compliance and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance solutions utilizing Java, SQL, Oracle, and related technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of software development experience.
• 3+ years of experience providing technical leadership, software architecture, or lead developer support within a software development environment.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise software solutions.
• Experience conducting code reviews, mentoring developers, and establishing software development best practices.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining enterprise applications using Java.
• Experience developing applications utilizing SQL and Oracle database technologies.
• Experience designing, developing, and supporting database-driven applications and system integrations.
• Experience with Agile delivery methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with source code management, version control, and CI/CD tools.
• Strong leadership, analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience supporting PAMS.
• Experience supporting Air Force personnel, maintenance, logistics, readiness, or operational support systems.
• Experience designing and optimizing Oracle database solutions.
• Experience modernizing enterprise applications and improving system performance and maintainability.
• Experience supporting DoD or Air Force programs.
• Experience integrating enterprise applications with external systems and databases.
• Experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), generative AI, intelligent automation, or advanced analytics capabilities to improve software development, data analysis, operational efficiency, or decision support.SAFe Agile experience or certification.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Citizant offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) 
• Generous PTO
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development Program

Join our team and be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and supporting national defense initiatives. We offer a collaborative culture that values your expertise and encourages continuous learning and development.

Additional information

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and, in return, receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.