Sr. Microsoft Technology Specialist

Senior Developer

GovCIO is currently hiring a Senior Developer specializing in Microsoft tools to develop tailored Microsoft tools at the United States Patent and Trademark Office where documents and their manipulation are of primary importance. This position will be located in Alexandria, VA and will be a fully remote position.

Responsibilities

Applicant will be asked to support, develop, and debug code written in .Net 8+ C#, XSLT and PostgreSQL running in Linux containers. The codebase primarily focuses on parsing Word documents written in the Open Office XML standard. Applicant will be using tools such as git, Visual Studio, and Docker on a daily basis. Applicant should be familiar working with the agile methodology and be prepared for 2-week sprint cycles. Additional skills and experiences required include the following:

• Designs and codes applications following specifications using the appropriate tools
• Maintains and modifies existing software applications.
• Analyzes detailed systems factors, including input and output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements, and alternative methods of problem resolution.
• Performs modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures.
• Participates in code reviews to represent reviewed work for adherence to standards and specifications.
• Writes or revises program documentation, operations documentation and user guides in accordance with standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's in computer science (or equivalent) with 10+ years or Masters in computer science (or equivalent) and 5+ years.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years .NET and C#
• XSLT
• PostgreSQL
• Linux
• OOXML in at least academic capacity, but working experience preferred
• Visual Studio
• Docker
• Git

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• XML4IP experience in any way is a premium.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens. But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect:

Interview & Hiring Process:

• During the Interview Process:
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process:
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range:

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $125,000.00 - USD $143,000.00 /Yr.