Senior .Net Developer/Architect

ValidaTek, Inc.•Washington, DC

2d•$160,000 - $185,000

About The Position

ValidaTek is seeking a high-performing Senior .NET Developer / Architect who will provide technical leadership and hands-on expertise for the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level software solutions supporting the U.S. Department of State. This role is responsible for translating complex functional and technical requirements into secure, scalable application architectures while leading development efforts across the full software development lifecycle in an Agile environment.

Requirements

8–10 years of professional experience interpreting complex requirements and designing, developing, and implementing applications using Microsoft development tools (.NET, MVC)
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
Demonstrated experience in software architecture and enterprise application design
Proven experience leading or managing enterprise-wide software development efforts
Strong background in creating, modifying, maintaining, testing, and deploying complex software applications
Solid understanding and practical application of Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles
Hands-on experience developing applications using Agile methodologies
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Nice To Haves

Formal training in .NET programming practices
Experience serving as a technical architect or lead developer in Federal or DoS environments
Familiarity with secure coding practices and enterprise integration patterns

Responsibilities

Interpret complex business and technical requirements and translate them into robust application architectures and technical designs
Architect, design, develop, and implement enterprise-level applications and components using Microsoft development technologies, including .NET and MVC
Provide technical leadership and oversight for enterprise-wide software development initiatives
Lead and contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance
Create, modify, maintain, test, and implement complex software applications and system components
Apply strong Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles and best practices in all development activities
Participate in and support Agile software development processes, including sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups as needed
Collaborate closely with program management, architects, cybersecurity staff, and stakeholders to ensure solutions meet functional, performance, and security requirements
Support multiple development efforts simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and technical integrity
Produce and maintain technical documentation and provide clear oral and written communication to technical and non-technical audiences