Senior Software Developer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a results-driven Senior Software Developer to support a long-term federal modernization and infrastructure program. This initiative focuses on maintaining and enhancing critical enterprise systems, CI/CD capabilities, and application development environments.

As a key member of the development team, you will work within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) alongside federal staff and other contractors, following an iterative development lifecycle. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring software configuration management, supporting CI/CD pipelines, and minimizing technical risk across multiple releases. This position is fully remote and candidates must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate software configuration management across multiple releases.
• Develop and implement integrated systems infrastructure and related management processes.
• Support CI/CD initiatives including automated compilation, testing, and deployment.
• Conduct backlog grooming, delivery automation, and configuration upgrades.
• Minimize program risk by ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, and extensible.
• Document standard operating procedures for integration and development activities.
• Apply deep knowledge of enterprise tax processing systems and modernization efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of software development experience, with a focus on systems software.
• U.S. Citizenship (required for clearance).
• Ability to pass a Public Trust investigation.
• Strong experience with:
• Java (Java EE/SE), JSP, JSF, Hibernate
• Web services and SOA architecture
• Oracle 10g/11g and RAC
• Middleware rules engines (e.g., Drools)
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD)
• Agile/Scrum development environments
• Cloud development, containerization (Docker, OpenShift)
• Cybersecurity best practices and FISMA compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Prior clearance with federal agencies.
• Experience in a senior development or technical leadership role.

Compensation for the Senior Software Developer include: 

• Salary Range: $110,000-130,000+ **depending on experience** 
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays 

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