Software Developer I

iCatalyst • Mclean, VA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Software Developer I to join our growing team in support of our federal program. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful, mission-critical initiatives. The successful candidate will use their enthusiasm and experience to provide support services and be an integral part of a team to facilitate the development of an advanced analytics web application to support aviation safety.

Requirements

• Expertise in developing Java, Typescript, and Python
• Expertise in relational database e.g., SQL Server, Postgres etc.
• Ability to create and test REST APIs
• Writing clean and understandable code
• Knowledge of and ability to develop both front-end and backend applications
• Knowledge of and ability to work with both waterfall and agile methodologies
• Experience working with a team with a consistent focus on accountability, delivery, and customer experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to work independently with the key stakeholders in a courteous and professional manner
• Strong planning and organizing skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize and work effectively towards deadlines with flexibility to multitask
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, client-focused environments
• BS/BA degree in Computer Science or a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5+ years of experience OR a MS/MA degree in STEM discipline with 3+ years of experience
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
• Ability to successfully pass a federal background check

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting federal programs preferred
• Deployment of web application in cloud environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Java Spring Boot + Angular web application
• Process data from both relational and graph databases
• Follow coding and development best practices to write clean understandable code
• Work as a supportive member of a development team
• Give technical advice to inform strategic goals and objectives
• Develop applications by integrating COTS products, custom code and open source, in an AWS environment
• Understand requirements and able to customize the application functionality based on user needs.
• Write advance level code using Java, Python, Typescript (Angular), etc.
• Create complex routines for data integration and data transfer using Postgres.
• Work with both unstructured and semi-structured databases (AWS OpenSearch)
• Build and implement LLM-based solutions, including: Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Intelligent chatbots / copilots, AI-driven automation tools
• Ability to debug and trace multi-layered applications with version control and release management
• Translate complex analytical and technical concepts to non-technical employees to enable understanding and drive informed business decisions
• Use JIRA or similar tools to track enhancements, bugs and implement fixes and other change requests as needed
• Researching, designing, implementing, testing, and managing software
• Maintain CI/CD pipelines leveraging GitHub Actions
• Ensure solutions follow secure coding practices and align with applicable enterprise security guidelines (e.g., NIST, FedRAMP awareness)
• Brief internal and external stakeholders on technical progress, risks, and alternative courses of action through mediums such as presentations, documents, and discussions
• Assist in technical writing including proposal support
• Undertake special projects as required
• Provide support and expertise in assigned domain
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions
• Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and quality standards
• Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives
• Special projects as needed

Benefits

• variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• a dental plan option
• a vision plan
• 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
• vacation
• sick
• 11 Federal holidays
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• jury duty leave
• short and long-term disability benefits
• life insurance
• accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Phone and internet Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Transportation Support (Uber rides to & from HQ to select locations)
• Training & Education Assistance (per eligibility)
• Annual Wellness Benefit
• Social and Community giveback

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level