Applications Programmer - Mendix

Applications Programmer - Mendix

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

Join CACI as the prime contractor on a growing program supporting NAVSEA 03D3 Digital Program Office as an Applications Programmer supporting the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES), a mission-critical program that supports over 45,000 users executing naval ship and submarine maintenance operations worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy custom applications using the Mendix platform

• Translate business requirements into technical solutions using Mendix's low-code development environment

• Customize and extend Mendix applications through configuration, scripting, and integration with other systems

• Analyze functional business applications and design specifications for functional activities

• Apply test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests

• Develop block diagrams and logic flow charts

• Translate detailed design into computer software code

• Test, debug and refine computer software to produce the required product

• Prepare required documentation, including both program-level and user-level documentation

• Enhance software to reduce operating time or improve efficiency

• Provide technical direction to programmers to ensure program deadlines are met

• Work across multiple technology stacks, including legacy systems and modern web applications

• Participate in Agile development processes and practices

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

• Experience with software testing methodologies including TDD and BDD

• Proven experience developing applications with Mendix or other low-code platforms

• Proficiency in technologies such as HTML, CSS, JAVA, JavaScript, and RESTful APIs

• Strong programming skills and ability to work with multiple programming languages

• Experience with software documentation and technical specification development

Desired:

• Experience with DoD/Navy programs or similar complex government IT systems

• Mendix Rapid or Advanced Developer certification

• Knowledge of Agile/SAFe development methodologies

• Experience working with legacy system modernization

• Familiarity with software performance optimization techniques

• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices

• Experience with version control systems and modern development tools

• Knowledge of database programming and SQL

Specific labor category determined by years of experience + educational degrees as stated below:

• Applications Programmer II – Bachelors degree and 3+ years of experience in Software Development

• Applications Programmer III – Bachelors degree and 10+ years of experience in Software Development

Additional Information:

This position offers an opportunity to work on mission-critical applications that support vital Navy maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will be technically proficient, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a complex environment managing both legacy and modern applications.

Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and the capability to work effectively within development teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. The position requires someone who can balance maintaining existing systems while contributing to modernization efforts.

Note: Position supports NMMES software suite which includes both legacy software applications and current web application technologies running on multiple operating systems. Must be comfortable working with diverse technology stacks and adapting to evolving technical requirements in a complex, global IT environment.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply