Software Developer

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Software Developer to work in our Stafford, VA office. The Software Developer will support the DMSS program by providing hands-on development support to our software development scrum teams.

The ECS Team provides agile software development and maintenance for CODIS, a mission-critical application for the FBI. CODIS is a client server application developed using Microsoft .NET that supports a database repository of DNA profiles from individuals, unsolved crime scene evidence, and missing persons. CODIS software allows local, state, and national laboratories to compare DNA profiles electronically, thereby linking serial crimes to each other and identifying suspects by matching DNA profiles from crime scenes to individuals' profiles. Additionally, the CODIS software is used to assist with the identification of unidentified human remains, missing persons and disaster victims.

The primary functions for this position include:

• Design, develop, enhance, debug, and implement software using MS Visual Studio for C#.NET
• Troubleshoot problems related to software applications; resolve systems integration and compatibility issues
• Support software testing as required, including developing automated test scripts using NUnit, SpecFlow, and other automation tools
• Interact with required stakeholders including CODIS PMO, business analysts, and testers
• Support continuous innovation by implementing the best practices to improve technology tools and processes to increase team efficiency and technical execution
• Contribute to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable

Required Skills

• Must currently hold an active Secret
• 1-2+ years software development experience using C# and .NET
• SQL Server 2016 R2 or greater, T-SQL stored procedures, views, etc.
• Familiarity with writing unit tests and their role in a Continuous Integration environment
• Familiarity with object-oriented and SOLID design patterns
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills required
• Strong attention to detail, highly developed critical thinking skills, and solid trouble shooting ability
• Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) certification; required within 8 months of starting on the contract

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge of WinForms, WPF, WCF, Entity Framework, C++, XML, LINQ, SQL Database platform, MSBuild , PowerShell, InstallShield
• Understanding of engineering modeling languages, such as ER diagrams, UML Sequence diagrams or other engineering artifacts
• Agile/scrum development experience
• Experience writing and reviewing automated test scripts
• Experience with Continuous Integration tools (such as TeamCity (preferred), Jenkins or Hudson)
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks such as nUnit, SpecFlow
• Familiarity with Requirements Management tools such as Azure DevOp

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ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3300+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.