Applications Developer

About the role

This role is part of a new initiative at Freedom Technology Solutions Group, requiring expertise in multiple areas including Agile program and Scrum leadership, cloud infrastructure and DevOps, full stack and web application development, UI/UX and accessibility, API and microservices engineering, system architecture and microservices, data engineering and ETL pipelines, database design and optimization, search, discovery and knowledge management, visualization and dashboarding, cybersecurity, accreditation and risk mitigation, AI/ML and natural language processing, geospatial and mobile development, technical communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary Agile teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily scrums using Jira
• Translate customer requirements into MVIs, features, and user stories within a Lean Agile framework
• Monitor concurrent high-visibility projects, manage risks, and deliver on schedule and within budget
• Cook up across security, operations, and testing teams to ensure smooth delivery and accreditation
• Work in Agile/Scrum environments using JIRA, Confluence, and Git for sprint planning and backlog management
• Translate business requirements into user stories and technical tasks
• Cook up across teams to manage releases, documentation, and stakeholder communications
• Provide surge support and participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and retrospectives
• Design and deploy scalable cloud infrastructure using AWS, Azure, GCP, and container orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
• Deploy and manage applications using EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch, Route53, and API Gateway
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, GitHub, GitLab, Nexus, and automation tools like Terraform and Ansible
• Implement DevSecOps practices including infrastructure-as-code, vulnerability scanning, and multi-tenant support
• Migrate legacy applications to cloud environments and optimize for scalability and security
• Monitor cloud infrastructure and implement proactive security and performance measures
• Use cloud-native scripting and provisioning tools for automation across Linux and Windows environments
• Develop responsive web applications using Angular, React, Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript
• Build backend services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, Node.js, Express, Ruby on Rails, and Golang
• Design and maintain applications using MVC architecture and modern design patterns
• Maintain legacy codebases while implementing modern enhancements and refactoring for performance
• Serve application development across web, mobile, and cloud platforms
• Design and develop responsive user interfaces using React, MaterialUI, Bootstrap, Greensock, and Kendo UI
• Ensure Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance using ARIA, JAWS, NVDA, and WAVE tools
• Create wireframes, storyboards, and design templates for reusable components
• Collaborate with designers to translate UX concepts into pixel-perfect interfaces
• Design and develop RESTful APIs using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python
• Integrate middleware services for data exchange and system interoperability
• Develop secure and scalable backend services for data ingestion and processing
• Maintain and document API endpoints for internal and external consumers
• Integrate services using publish/subscribe, service buses, and message queues
• Design scalable, distributed systems using microservices, event-driven, and containerized architectures
• Implement backend services with fault tolerance, redundancy, and high availability
• Refactor legacy applications into modular, cloud-native components
• Cook up cross-functional teams to align architecture with mission needs
• Create ETL pipelines using Spark, NiFi, PySpark, PL/SQL, Python, Bash, Bonobo, and CRON
• Design data models and transform JSON/XML formats into query-friendly structures
• Perform data ingestion, cleansing, and transformation across structured and unstructured formats
• Integrate data sources into operational data stores and analytics platforms
• Automate data flows and monitor ingestion health using enterprise tools
• Conduct data quality analysis and develop documentation for ingestion workflows
• Design and maintain relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, Aurora, MongoDB, and DynamoDB
• Write and optimize PL/SQL scripts, stored procedures, and complex queries
• Administer Elasticsearch clusters and support search indexing for large datasets
• Model data objects across document and relational systems for scalable integration
• Develop federated search services and tagging tools to enable enterprise-wide data discovery
• Integrate Solr, Elastic, and recommendation engines to surface relevant content across structured and unstructured datasets
• Build and maintain content-based filtering systems and alerting services for real-time insights
• Support knowledge management workflows including foldering, curation, and metadata tagging
• Build and maintain dashboards using Tableau, Tableau Prep, Elasticsearch, and custom visualization tools
• Administer Tableau Server and manage licenses, cost recovery, and user support
• Develop metrics systems and self-service portals for usage tracking and reporting
• Support data-driven decision-making through visual analytics and stakeholder engagement
• Lead system accreditation efforts using ICD-503 and manage ATO lifecycle
• Implement secure system architectures with certificate management, POAM tracking, and FISMA controls
• Conduct technical risk assessments and provide mitigation guidance for enterprise systems
• Implement RMF and A&A processes using tools like XACTA and Nessus
• Secure applications through encryption, access control, and vulnerability remediation
• Analyze network configurations and procurement processes for compliance and security
• Support vulnerability mitigation and secure deployment across hybrid environments
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities including deepfake detection, recommendation engines, and NLP pipelines
• Evaluate and deploy COTS AI/ML platforms into mission workflows
• Develop solutions for document classification and predictive analytics using Sponsor-specific tools
• Evaluate and deploy COTS AI/ML platforms into mission workflows
• Develop Android/iOS mobile apps using React Native, Electron, and secure mobile frameworks
• Serve as SME for mobile OS security, hardware integration, and geospatial data workflows
• Integrate GIS tools with enterprise systems and support cross-platform deployment
• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to align mobile capabilities with mission needs
• Create PMR slides, sprint reports, and stakeholder briefings to communicate technical progress
• Translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for diverse audiences
• Document system architectures, security plans, implementation guides, and operational procedures

Requirements

Required Skills:

• An active security clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in a related field