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Such services shall entail the development of technology solutions and recommendations, and assistance in implementing the solutions and recommendations in order to meet the technology needs of the client and its customers.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nDevelop software code to create, enhance, resolve, and/or maximize IT solutions to support work processes\nReview current IT strategies and recommend enhancements to improve performance\nRecommend/develop/create/deploy alternative IT architecture to improve or to sustain enhanced system performance\nAssist with and/or support the deployment of system updates/enhancements/upgrades\nTroubleshoot and resolve issues related to the applications and systems\nAutomate manual processes\nImplement data retention schedule for the applications\nChange the application access from table based to use the Active Directory (AD) groups\nRecommend alternative database structure to improve/enhance performance and to ensure the long-term sustainability of the project\nTroubleshoot/optimize the performance of associated databases and connections\nInstall, upgrade, and monitor performance\nMigrate existing applications to (newer) identified environments\nDocument historical, current, and future enhancement efforts\nAudit system “error logs” and report any potential system/security threats\nGather user requirements and develop automated specifications/requirements\nBuild/enhance data dictionaries to include defining metadata management approaches and data governance processes\nIdentify, design, and implement solutions for extraction and integration of data from legacy systems for reporting, decision support, and analysis\nInstall, upgrade, and administer/monitor database and system performance for Structured Query Language (SQL), Oracle, and MySQL (including query optimization, backup, restore, permissions, etc.)\nTroubleshoot and resolve issues related to the applications and systems\nMigrate the application from Enterprise Windows Server 20 to a new clod platform (AWS)\nResolve Plan of Action and Milestone (POAM) concerns\n\nRequired Education\n\nBachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information technology (IT), or a related discipline\n\nRequired Experience\n\nU.S. Citizenship\nThree to Five years of software development experience working with multiple programming languages, frameworks and platforms, Agile software development methodologies, planning and implementing system rollout\nAnalytical, design and problem-solving skills at multi-product/multi-environment level to troubleshoot system defects and mitigate the issues they cause.\nSkills in research and analysis, project planning and implementation. Understanding and awareness of business issues as they impact overall project plans.\nExcellent verbal and written communications skills, with an ability to express and document complex technical concepts in business terms. Person must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with technical staff, non-technical staff, end-users for requirements gathering, testing, training, and outcome validation. Good English-language skills, both verbal and written.\nExcellent team-oriented interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional project team environment.\nUnderstanding of concepts of project planning and project management techniques to assist in small projects and/or group initiatives.\n\nRequired Technical Stack:\n\nPresentation Layer: Design and implement front-end applications using standard GUI tools/languages (HTML, JSP, JavaScript/jQuery, BootStrap, Java Server Pages, etc.)\nApplication Services Layer: Design applications using SpringBoot 4.x and/or SpringFramework 7.x\nMiddleware Layer: IBM MQ, Java Web Services, FTP/SFTP\nData Layer: MySQL 8.0, Oracle 12g\nCloud: Amazon Web Services\nOther: SOAP/ReST protocols, Java 17+, Apache Tomcat 11.x, Jasper Reports, Jenkins, GitLab/GitHub, Jira, Confluence, Wrappers, Eclipse, MySQL Workbench, Oracle SQL Developer, Windows Server, Docker\n\nRequired Clearance:\n\nMinimum of a CBP BI or Top Secret\nU.S. Citizenship\n\nAbout Softtek Government Solutions:\n\nSofttek Government Solutions is a professional services firm focused on addressing our nation’s most complex threats and challenges. As a small business we’re committed to supporting our clients’ missions with services delivered by our diverse and experienced staff. With expertise in cybersecurity, emergency preparedness, and public health, our experience base spans federal, state, and local governments, as well as private sector entities.\n\nSome of our benefits include:\n\nExtensive training programs\nGym membership and educational reimbursement\n401(k) employer matching contributions\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\nCommuter benefits\nGenerous paid time off and much more!\n\nSofttek Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)","company":"Aveshka","rawCompany":"aveshka","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-08-25T04:02:43.072Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Developer, Intermediate","description":"Software Developer, Intermediate\n\nWashington, DC\n\nOverview:\n\nSofttek Government Solutions is currently seeking a Software Developer to serve as part of a team in support of a key Customs and Border Protection (CBP) system. “Cornerstone” is a CBP owned and managed data system, which facilitates the flow of information to and from a variety of customers and data sources. 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Good English-language skills, both verbal and written.\nExcellent team-oriented interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional project team environment.\nUnderstanding of concepts of project planning and project management techniques to assist in small projects and/or group initiatives.\n\nRequired Technical Stack:\n\nPresentation Layer: Design and implement front-end applications using standard GUI tools/languages (HTML, JSP, JavaScript/jQuery, BootStrap, Java Server Pages, etc.)\nApplication Services Layer: Design applications using SpringBoot 4.x and/or SpringFramework 7.x\nMiddleware Layer: IBM MQ, Java Web Services, FTP/SFTP\nData Layer: MySQL 8.0, Oracle 12g\nCloud: Amazon Web Services\nOther: SOAP/ReST protocols, Java 17+, Apache Tomcat 11.x, Jasper Reports, Jenkins, GitLab/GitHub, Jira, Confluence, Wrappers, Eclipse, MySQL Workbench, Oracle SQL Developer, Windows Server, Docker\n\nRequired Clearance:\n\nMinimum of a CBP BI or Top Secret\nU.S. Citizenship\n\nAbout Softtek Government Solutions:\n\nSofttek Government Solutions is a professional services firm focused on addressing our nation’s most complex threats and challenges. 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