Journeyman Software Developer
Purpose and Impact
The Geospatial Enterprise Open Data Store (GEODS) contract provides integration, design, development, and sustainment for data services in support of the Federal Government. Developers on GEODS routinely design and implement new custom features that solve unique problems, optimize legacy capabilities, and deliver enterprise-level data services. In this role, you will directly shape the evolution of the GEODS Catalog ecosystem and drive integration of advanced AI/ML solutions to enhance discovery, classification, and accessibility of mission-critical data.
Essential Responsibilities
- Manage the full software release lifecycle, from preparation and build to deployment and post-release monitoring.
- Participating in code reviews and sprint planning meetings.
- Attending daily stand-up meetings to discuss progress and roadblocks.
- Write clean, well-documented code.
- Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
- Contribute to technical documentation.
- Implement new features based on specifications.
- Analyze existing application processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with developers, testers, and operations teams to prepare and produce timely and reliable releases of software components.
- Develop and execute test plans, support formal testing and resolution of defects.
- Provide technical support and consultation for application and infrastructure defects and questions.
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands
Office environment, office demands, must be able to mentally attend for at least 8 hours a day.
Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience, Associate’s degree plus 4 years’ experience, or a minimum of 6 years of experience, in a related field.
- Experience in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Platform and Technologies including SDK’s and CDK or similar Cloud experience.
- Familiarity with GitLab.
- Ability to clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, complex technical concepts and challenges/obstacles in a clear and direct manner.
- Experience designing scalable APIs and backend services.
- 2 years' experience in either Java, Python, or JavaScript.
Security Clearance Required
- TS/SCI w/Poly
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience, Associate’s degree plus 4 years’ experience, or a minimum of 6 years of experience, in a related field.
Minimum Years of Experience
Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience, Associate’s degree plus 4 years’ experience, or a minimum of 6 years of experience, in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud certification(s), preferably from AWS, OCI or Google Cloud.
- Experience with microservices architecture and/or experience with REST API.
- Experience integrating AI into enterprise catalog systems.
- Previous database experience, specifically Apache Solr.
- Experience with Atlassian suite, specifically Jira and Confluence.
- Previous NGA experience.
- Experience in CI/CD Process.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform.
Other Responsibilities
- Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.
- Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction.
- Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.
Compensation Details
US:$100,000 - $160,000
Benefits Overview
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Roth 401(k) matching.
- Educational reimbursement.
- Parental leave.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Tax-saving options.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Pet insurance.
Note
Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting
05/26/2026 - Until Filled