Software Engineer, Senior

Washington, DC, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Requirements Elicitation
  • Production Support
  • Innovation
  • Teamwork
  • High Availability
  • Management
  • Project Lifecycle Management
  • Testing
  • Solution Architecture
  • Software Architecture
  • Integration Testing
  • Code Review
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Software Development
  • J2EE
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • Ajax
  • Spring Framework
  • JPA
  • AngularJS
  • PostgreSQL
  • Database Design
  • Application Servers
  • Apache Tomcat
  • WildFly
  • Security Clearance
  • PASS
  • Microsoft
  • Adobe
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Collaboration
  • Analytical Skill
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Organizational Skills
  • Atlassian
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • Bitbucket
  • Agile
  • Health Care
  • Insurance
  • Productivity
  • System Integration Testing
  • Professional Development
  • Law

Summary

Overview

The Software Engineer, Senior will collaborate closely with both government and contractor teams to support all aspects of the development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to production support. This role will have a strong foundation in Computer Science, demonstrated through either academic credentials or equivalent professional experience.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

  • Gather and analyze specifications and requirements from system stakeholders.
  • Develop and deploy enhancements to address user needs and improve application functionality.
  • Troubleshoot, resolve, and document system issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.
  • Manage system upgrades, ensuring compatibility with the latest tools, frameworks, and libraries.
  • Participate in all stages of the project lifecycle, including planning, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting project deliverables.
  • Design and implement solution architecture for new development efforts, including creating new fully functional full stack applications.
  • Develop and optimize front-end and back-end functionalities using Java and JavaScript-based frameworks.
  • Enhance system performance by identifying and addressing bottlenecks in the application architecture.
  • Maintain code quality through unit and integration testing, as well as code review processes.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including system owners, government stakeholders, and contractor teams, to align development with project goals.
  • Ensure team compliance with standards and best practices for coding, security, and documentation.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
  • A minimum of 8+ years of relevant professional experience in software development.
  • Strong experience with Java and JEE (Java Platform, Enterprise Edition) development.
  • Proficient in JavaScript and Ajax.
  • Hands-on expertise in Spring Boot and Spring Data JPA.
  • Experience with Angular 14+.
  • In-depth knowledge of PostgreSQL database design and development.
  • Proficiency with application servers such as Tomcat and JBoss.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance is required.
  • Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills Required:
  • Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with diverse technical teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic project environments.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:
  • Familiarity with Atlassian tool suite (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket).
  • Knowledge of and experience working in Agile development methodologies.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D options
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
  • Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions
  • Professional office environment with the ability to work on-site.
  • Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
  • Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
  • Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
  • May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
  • May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
  • May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 91099930
  • Position Id: 105169
  • Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Cayuse Holdings, LLC

Founded initially in 2006, Cayuse Holdings is today comprised of a family companies headquartered near Pendleton, Oregon, with offices in the Washington D.C. metro area, and Honolulu, HI. Tribally owned by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), Cayuse Holdings is a 100% Indian Owned Economic Enterprise and a foremost provider of responsible sourcing/certified diversity solutions for commercial, government, and tribal clients.

Our Mission

To become the #1 American Indian-owned commercial, government, and tribal contractor, providing trusted value for our clients, reliable and rewarding careers for our employees and contributing to the growth of the CTUIR.

 

Our Vision

Grow the Company, Grow the People!

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