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Software Developer 4

Job Title
Software Developer 4
Job ID
27751421
Location
Los Alamos, NM,  
Other Location
Description
OVERVIEW
Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Software Developer 4 to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across  the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise  by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Provides expert level support of software applications and systems by investigating, designing, documenting and implementing software solutions. Works with customers, product owners and end users to understand business needs. Develops concepts for information system solutions and evaluates the cost effectiveness of those concepts. Works collaboratively as part of a team, providing leadership and mentorship for others. Functions as a servant leader empowering other team members. Fosters strong relationships with customers, peers and service providers. Identifies and addresses productivity impediments and promotes work process improvements.
Has broad expertise or unique knowledge. Uses skills to contribute to the development of solutions that achieve goals in creative and effective ways. Develops and/or implements advanced concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered an expert in the field. Works on significant, unique or complex issues, providing innovative solutions. Has impact on success of future concepts, products or technologies. Works under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range targets. Assignments are often self-initiated and virtually self-supervisory. Provides technical direction and/or coordinates activities of other personnel. Uses independent judgment for determining course of action to accomplish objectives. Uses wide latitude in the methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Job Duties
1. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
2. Works collaboratively as part of a team, providing leadership and mentorship for others.
3. Identifies and addresses productivity impediments and promotes work process improvements.
4. Devises logic procedures, flowcharts, and coding to design, develop, analyze, modify, test, debug and evaluates software to meet functional requirements for functional areas.
5. Designs and implements data migration and system integration strategies.
6. Designs and implements automation strategies to improve efficiency and quality
7. Arranges, prepares and conducts meetings, workshops and presentations as required.
8. Provides training and support to end users.
9. Researches, assembles, and/or evaluates information or data regarding industry practices or applicable regulatory changes affecting information system policies or programs; recommends changes in development, maintenance, and system standards.
10. Utilizes formal Agile and Scrum project management methodologies; gathers customer requirements; performs risk management functions; performs capacity and availability planning for computing infrastructure; performs effective communication both, verbal and written, at all levels.
11. Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.


EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be expected.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Ability to obtain a Q if needed. 
  • Agile and Scrum Certitications are required. 
  • Expert knowledge and experience with modern software development methodologies, tools and processes, including agile frameworks, tools and techniques
  • Expert knowledge and experience with programming languages, database design, security strategies and component integration
  • Expert knowledge and experience with automation and strategies for achieving DevSecOps
  • Expert knowledge of hardware and software integration and testing.
  • Demonstrated history of successful customer partnerships.
  • Demonstrated history of fostering a teaming environment, and providing effective leadership and mentorship for team members
  • Demonstrated history in driving process improvement.
  • Ability to translate technical terms to layperson's terms and present them to non-technical audiences.
  • Skill in working closely with customers and suppliers to define expectations and mutual responsibilities.
  • Ability to work in a diverse work environment,
  • Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening,
  • Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Software knowledge requirements:
    Expert-level Knowledge and experience in:
    a. ASP.NET, C#
    b. JavaScript, JQuery
    c. SQL, PL-SQL, T-SQL
    d. Agile Software Development
    e. DevOps
    f. Microsoft SSRS, SSIS
    g. Microstrategy (desired)

LOCATION
Los Alamos, New Mexico
5/8s or 4/10s are possible. 
Hybrid Position - some on-site needed but not 100%. Local candidates preferred.
No OT is expected. 
Initial 24 month assignment with possibility of extension/conversion. 


LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution dedicated to enhancing national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. The health and safety of our employees is our number one priority. During this covid environment, this position will continue to report on site following the New Mexico health guidelines. We have taken all the recommended safety measures to provide a safe work environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.


SALARY AND BENEFITS
As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.
L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
 

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