Computer Scientist II - Full Stack Web Application Development

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision, the Full Stack Web Application Developer provides software and systems engineering services, generally as a member of a work unit or group.

The Full Stack Web Application Developer will be required to perform the following functions/duties:

• Advise team and project managers on technical problems
• Interact with customers, colleagues, and project managers on a regular basis
• Use judgment and initiative in developing analytical methodologies for problem solving
• Interpret customer requirements and develop and analyze the most appropriate approach to solve technical problems
• Implement design through software coding and appropriately document the design implementation
• Plan and execute unit and integration testing, and coordinate user acceptance testing
• Assist in maintenance and sustainment activities of cloud-based virtual system/software
• Perform other job-related duties, as required
• Maintain baseline configurations for two on-premises web applications
• Assist with migration of one on-premises application to an existing private cloud

Additional Valuable Skills

• Waterfall development methodology
• Microsoft Server management, particularly Microsoft IIS
• Experience using AWS technologies (EC2, S3)
• Web Application Programming Interfaces, (RESTful)
• Backend programming in Python
• DevSecOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) methodologies
• Frontend programming using JavaScript frameworks
• DoD Developmental Test & Evaluation Community Experience
• Containerization, (Docker, Podman)
• NoSQL databases, (PostGRES, MongoDB)

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Microsoft coding frameworks, (C#, .NET CORE, ASP.net)
• Version control and documentation using common industry collaboration tools, (Bitbucket, Gitlab, Jira, Confluence)
• Agile development methodology
• Essential knowledge of SQL Database tools (Oracle SQL Developer)
• Effective oral and written communication and organization/planning and time management

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

A bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline and either two years of related experience or a master’s degree in an associated discipline are required for this position.

In addition, a Computer Scientist II must possess the following qualifications:

• Experience with computer-based systems and applications
• Programming skills in languages used for job-specific programming tasks
• Familiarity with the application of industry standard hardware and software design and documentation techniques
• Familiarity with systems engineering and software development lifecycles
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Good planning /organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Must possess a valid, state issued driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

BENEFITS 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting 
• Tuition Reimbursement

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $124,244 to $150,000 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay.  JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

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 their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver’s license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee’s ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JSD12, A1412TW