Senior Developer & DBE (REMOTE)

This position may be filled prior to the posted deadline. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Koniag Professional Services, LLC a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Developer & DBE to support KPS and our government customer. The position is remote. This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a Public Trust.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement.
Koniag Professional Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Developer & Database Engineer (DBE) to join a development team supporting a Federal client with a business and IT modernization project.
The project involves building an AI-enabled application from the ground up. The ideal candidate is an experienced, hands-on developer and database engineer who is passionate about technology, committed to lifelong learning, and able to apply technical knowledge to solve complex, real-world problems.
The Senior Developer & DBE will work within an agile team environment, contribute to full life cycle software development, and take ownership of database architecture, design, and optimization. This position requires the ability to obtain a DOI Public Trust Moderate Clearance. This position is fully remote.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties:
(May include, but are not limited to:)

Development – Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software applications using modern frameworks and languages
Database Engineering – Architect, build, and maintain relational and non-relational databases to support application performance and scalability
Collaboration – Work closely with the Solution Architect, DevOps Engineer, and Data Scientists to align development and database solutions with project requirements
Data Modeling – Design and implement data models, schemas, stored procedures, and database migration strategies
Performance Optimization – Monitor and tune database performance, ensuring systems meet non-functional requirements such as speed, availability, and scalability
Security – Implement and maintain data security best practices, including encryption, access control, and compliance with federal security requirements
CI/CD Integration – Support the integration of database changes into CI/CD pipelines in coordination with the Azure DevOps Engineer
AI/ML Support – Work with Machine Learning Scientists and Data Scientists to ensure data pipelines and structures support AI and machine learning model requirements
Code Reviews – Participate in peer code and database design reviews to maintain quality standards
Documentation – Document database designs, data flows, and application code to support team knowledge sharing and compliance requirements
Agile Participation – Actively contribute to sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies

Desired Skills & Experience:

Proficiency in React, Angular, Vue.js, .NET Core, Node.js, C#, and Entity Framework
Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server, including stored procedures, indexing, and query optimization
Experience with Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos DB, or other cloud-hosted database platforms
Familiarity with NoSQL database solutions
Experience with Docker and Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS)
Knowledge of Azure Cognitive Services and Azure Cognitive Search
Familiarity with AI and machine learning data pipeline requirements
Experience implementing multi-factor authentication and secure application design
Strong understanding of data security and compliance requirements in a federal environment
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Exemplary attendance and ability to work outside normal business hours when needed
Ability to travel to client locations as needed
Familiarity with CMMI is a plus

Education:

BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent work experience

Requirement:

Overall IT/Software Development Experience 7+ years
Hands-on Application Development 5+ years
Database Engineering & Architecture 3+ years
Cloud-Based Development (Azure preferred) 3+ years
Agile/Scrum Development Methodology 2 + years
CI/CD Pipeline Integration 2+ years

Federal IT or Government Contracting Experience:

Strong knowledge of the full software development life cycle (SDLC) using Agile principles
Demonstrated experience with cloud technologies and architectures, preferably Azure
Experience with design, development, and deployment of application software at scale

Office Location and Travel:

Virtual/Remote within CONUS
Occasional travel to client locations based on project needs

Working Environment & Conditions

Virtual, collaborative, and supportive team environment
Agile-based project structure with cross-functional team engagement

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or localaw. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.
The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.
Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.
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