Software Engineer Level I

Capital Technology Group (CTG) is on a mission to modernize and innovate the way the federal government delivers software. We are passionate about our work, dedicated to our clients, and committed to a culture of continuous learning and growth. For this role specifically, we are seeking individuals to help support high-impact, civic tech within the federal government.

As an integral part of the program, the Software Engineer Level I designs and implements prototypes and/or proof-of-concepts for evaluating new or emerging technologies. Analyzes benefits and risks in implementing solutions using the new technologies. Provides development support with adoption of the new technologies within a project. The Software Engineer works closely with other teams to help us build functional systems that improve customer experience. 

Client Requirements: applicants MUST BE US Citizens and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Responsibilities

• Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs.
• Analyze user needs and develop software solutions.
• Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency.
• May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.

• Bachelors Degree
• 5 years of experience 
• Software development experience using Java, JavaScript, Python, ReactJS, Ruby on Rails, TypeScript, or related languages
• Knowledge of front-end languages and libraries (e.g. JavaScript)
• Knowledge of back-end languages (e.g. Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React)
• Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL), web servers (e.g. Apache, Jenkins) and UI/UX design
• Must be able to get up-to-speed quickly on new projects and technologies
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have Skills

• A background in Python
• An interest in DevOps
• Experience with CI/CD
• Experience with AWS
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes

Salary Information

We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $85k to $115k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect. The final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors.