Lead Software Developer

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: Any Location / Remote
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ208678

Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None

Public Trust/Other Required:
Other

Job Family:
Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Software Development, SQL Optimization, Team Leadership
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
No

Job Description:

At GDIT , people are our differentiators. Our work depends on a Development Engineer Lead joining our team to assist the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) in managing its appeals workloads.

As a Development Engineer Lead , you will guide the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that support mission-critical operations. You'll mentor team members, shape technical strategy, and ensure high-quality, scalable applications. With a career in application development leadership, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.

HOW A DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER LEAD WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Provide technical leadership and direction for the development team, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and project goals.
• Play a critical role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of applications that enable efficient and user-friendly interactions with the system's public portal.
• Understand and evaluate the current COTS platform's architecture, technologies, and dependencies to recommend improvements and long-term strategies.
• Participate in and contribute to Architectural Roadmap collaboration with developers, partner vendors and client.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software architects, developers, quality assurance, and project managers, to deliver robust and secure applications.
• Proactively monitor and maintain applications, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues, implementing long-term fixes that minimize downtime and enhance user satisfaction.
• Lead code reviews, knowledge sharing, and technical mentoring to foster team growth and ensure consistent code quality.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for applications, APIs, integrations, and processes.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, introducing enhancements and innovation into existing solutions.
• Manage expectations with stakeholders, communicate risks or concerns early, and ensure alignment between business goals and technical solutions.
• Provide Agile support for evaluating, decompiling, and estimating stories and bugs.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• 7+ years of proven experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role .
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Java, SQL, JavaScript frameworks, REST APIs, and CI/CD technologies.
• Experience with modern web frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js).
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development tools.
• Solid background in relational databases, data modeling, and performance optimization.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Understanding data integrity, compliance, and secure development practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in and support an Agile development environment balancing both hands-on coding and team leadership.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with low code Platforms (Tyler Application Platform, Appian, Other).
• Expertise with Agile and SAFe Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Cloud experience (AWS or similar) with cloud integration management.
• Knowledge of software security and best practice.
• Previous experience in government projects or the healthcare industry.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, TDD).

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL:

• Ability to pass HHS and company background check to obtain a Public Trust Level 5 clearance .

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team is dedicated to helping you own your career.
• Professional growth opportunities include paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from.
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.

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The likely salary range for this position is $125,099 - $169,251. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Remote

Work Location:
Any Location / Remote

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. GDIT typically provides new employees with 15 days of paid leave per calendar year to be used for vacations, personal business, and illness and an additional 10 paid holidays per year. Paid leave and paid holidays are prorated based on the employee's date of hire. The GDIT Paid Family Leave program provides a total of up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period for eligible employees. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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At GDIT , people are our differentiators. Our work depends on a Development Engineer Lead joining our team to assist the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeals (OMHA) in managing its appeals workloads.


As a Development Engineer Lead , you will guide the design, development, and delivery of innovative software solutions that support mission-critical operations. You'll mentor team members, shape technical strategy, and ensure high-quality, scalable applications. With a career in application development leadership, you'll make the end user's experience your priority and we'll make your career growth ours.



HOW A DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER LEAD WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Provide technical leadership and direction for the development team, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and project goals.
• Play a critical role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of applications that enable efficient and user-friendly interactions with the system's public portal.
• Understand and evaluate the current COTS platform's architecture, technologies, and dependencies to recommend improvements and long-term strategies.
• Participate in and contribute to Architectural Roadmap collaboration with developers, partner vendors and client.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software architects, developers, quality assurance, and project managers, to deliver robust and secure applications.
• Proactively monitor and maintain applications, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Troubleshoot complex system and application issues, implementing long-term fixes that minimize downtime and enhance user satisfaction.
• Lead code reviews, knowledge sharing, and technical mentoring to foster team growth and ensure consistent code quality.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for applications, APIs, integrations, and processes.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, introducing enhancements and innovation into existing solutions.
• Manage expectations with stakeholders, communicate risks or concerns early, and ensure alignment between business goals and technical solutions.
• Provide Agile support for evaluating, decompiling, and estimating stories and bugs.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• 7+ years of proven experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role .
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration.
• Expertise in programming languages such as Java, SQL, JavaScript frameworks, REST APIs, and CI/CD technologies.
• Experience with modern web frameworks and libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js).
• Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) and software development tools.
• Solid background in relational databases, data modeling, and performance optimization.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Understanding data integrity, compliance, and secure development practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive in and support an Agile development environment balancing both hands-on coding and team leadership.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with low code Platforms (Tyler Application Platform, Appian, Other).
• Expertise with Agile and SAFe Agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Cloud experience (AWS or similar) with cloud integration management.
• Knowledge of software security and best practice.
• Previous experience in government projects or the healthcare industry.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, TDD).

SECURITY CLEARANCE LEVEL:

• Ability to pass HHS and company background check to obtain a Public Trust Level 5 clearance .

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team is dedicated to helping you own your career.
• Professional growth opportunities include paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from.
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays.