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Lead Application Developer / Site Manager

GovCIO
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Oct 2025
💰 $200,000/yr

About the role

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for an experienced and highly skilled individual with an active Secret clearance to lead the design, development, and deployment of complex applications and microservices as part of a cross-domain solution to support classified development and provide on-site supervision (5 days a week) in Merrifield, Virginia. 

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:• Collaborate with product owners, champions, and stakeholders to identify, document, and integrate requirements into features as part of a modern software development lifecycle. • Utilize Agile for the management and delivery of work across the software development team.• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior and mid-level developers.• Collaborate with architects, product managers, and cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and ensure alignment with business goals.• Conduct thorough code reviews and enforce best practices in software engineering.• Optimize application performance, scalability, and maintainability.• Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, and deployment processes.• Work closely with DevOps teams to improve delivery pipelines, infrastructure automation, and deployment strategies.• Ensure the security, reliability, and compliance of applications through thoughtful design and automation.• Participate in system architecture discussions and influence key technical decisions.• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in development, testing, and production environments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:• Bachelor's + 12 years experience• 7+ years of professional Java development experience

• Secret clearacne with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability• Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA• Active Secret Clearance• US Citizen• Strong proficiency in modern JavaScript• Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and Java best practices• Expertise with Java frameworks such as Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA• Solid understanding of RESTful web services and API design• Experience with version control systems (Git using ADO or GitHub)• Comfortable working in Agile/Scrum teams• Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written• Multi-task along with attention to detail• Self-motivation, organization, time-management, and deductive problem-solving skills• Work independently and as part of a team• Networking, web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Microsoft Windows• Familiarity with build tools like Maven or Gradle• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM tools• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD)Preferred: • Experience in working with ColdFusion

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

 

What You Can Expect

 

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

  • During the Interview Process
    • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
    • Camera must be on
    • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
  • During the Hiring Process
    • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
    • Background check, to include:
      • Criminal history (past 7 years)
      • Verification of your highest level of education
      • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate Discounts
  • Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
  • Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Internal Mobility Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexib

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