Senior Application Developer - 3421044

You've stumbled upon the rare B Corp government contractor!

At TCG, we aim to prove that businesses can be good to their employees and responsible to their community while being profitable.

We're an award-winning IT solutions provider to the Federal government seeking a Senior Application Developer with proficiency in creating solutions utilizing PowerApps, Microsoft Dataverse, Microsoft SQL Server, and Azure Cloud Services.

This role is pivotal in promoting agile development methodologies, defining coding standards, and advancing DevOps practices within our organization.

Your comprehensive technical skills, leadership abilities, and dedication to delivering superior solutions are essential to excelling in this position.

US Citizenship is required for this role. In addition, the selected applicant must submit to a government background investigation and be favorably adjudicated before their first day.

While primarily a telecommuting position, the selected individual will be required to attend occasional client meetings in Rockville, Maryland.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Microsoft Technologies Expertise :
• Utilize advanced knowledge of PowerApps, Microsoft Dataverse, Microsoft SQL Server, and Azure Cloud Services to architect and implement robust solutions
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in Microsoft technologies and recommend their adoption when applicable
• Technical Leadership :
• Serve in a lead role in the design, development, and implementation of Microsoft-based solutions
• Implement technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Collaborate with architects and other stakeholders to define technical strategies
• Facilitate continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI / CD) pipelines, enabling automated and secure software deployment
• Agile Development :
• Drive agile development methodologies within the team
• Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Foster a collaborative and iterative development environment
• Lead the estimation process, providing accurate and timely point estimates for development efforts
• Work closely with project managers to ensure realistic project timelines and deliverables
• Coding Best Practices :
• Establish and enforce coding standards and best practices
• Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code
• DevOps Implementation :
• Contribute to the implementation of DevOps practices in an Azure environment
• Collaborate with security and operations teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle
• Collaboration :
• Work closely on a cross-functional team, including QA, product management, and business analysts
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide technical insights.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE :

• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in software / application development
• Proven experience as a Lead Developer in Microsoft technologies
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Dataverse, PowerApps, and Azure Cloud Services
• Experience with cloud-based identity and access management service (i.e. Microsoft Entra, Azure Active Directory (AAD))
• Strong understanding of agile development methodologies
• Experience with point estimation techniques and project planning
• Expertise in establishing and maintaining coding best practices
• Knowledge of DevOps principles and implementation in an Azure environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

EDUCATION :

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field is required

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is a job requirement. Reasonable accommodations may be available for those not vaccinated due to health reasons or sincerely held religious beliefs.

TCG does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, caste, or veteran status.

Our B Corp mission is reflected in our benefits, including offerings like health care, 401K, parental leave, adoption assistance, financial planning services, student loan repayment assistance, and training budget, among others.

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TCG is recognized for treating employees well, in fact, in 2024 The Washington Post named TCG as a "Top Workplace" for the tenth straight year based on how our employees feel about the company, the benefits TCG offers, and the work / life balance that our staff achieves.

And, our CEO was ranked best, by TCG employees' votes, among all midsize companies in the Washington Post Top Workplace survey.

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Internal title / grade : Software Engineer, Grade 7

Salary Range : $117,500 - $160,000

All individuals being hired to work for TCG must submit to, and successfully pass, a pre-employment background investigation prior to reporting for their first day of work.

The pre-employment background investigation will include verification of employment and education, as well as, a criminal and DMV check.

Additional documentation and background checks will also be required for positions that require clearance from the Federal government.