What are the responsibilities and job description for the Low-Code/Application Developer position at Sellers & Associates?
Position Overview:
We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Low-Code / Application Developer to join our team in Washington, D.C., San Diego, C.A., or Plant City, F.L.
This full-time position requires a hands-on developer who can design, configure, and extend applications using low-code and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) platforms, while also bringing hands-on coding ability to integrate, customize, and secure solutions within government environments.
The ideal candidate will have experience with secure application development, a passion for writing clean, testable code, and an eye for quality throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
Experience Level: MID
Travel: 0 - 10%
Clearance: SECRET
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deploy secure and scalable applications primarily using low-code platforms such as Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, Dataverse) in a federal/DoD environment.
- Extend low-code apps with custom code when needed (front-end, back-end, APIs) to meet mission-specific requirements.
- Integrate low-code systems into secure government environments (enterprise systems, on-prem databases, and cloud services).
- Work with customers to gather and analyze requirements, design wireframes, build prototypes, and implement solutions.
- Deliver features across front-end interfaces, server-side logic, APIs, databases, and cloud infrastructure.
- Build and execute test plans, unit tests, and integration tests to ensure functional reliability and system integrity.
- Write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on testability and code quality.
- Integrate and manage databases (e.g., SQL Server, Dataverse, Redis) and ensure data integrity.
- Use Git version control to manage code collaboration.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support secure, functional, and intuitive applications.
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Required Qualifications:
- Active Secret clearance required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. A minimum of 6 years of total, relevant professional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
- 2-4 years of building and integrating applications on low-code platforms, preferably in government environments.
- Expertise with Microsoft Power Platform tools like Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, and Dataverse.
- Proficiency with at least one modern scripting/programming language such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, or PowerShell to extend and integrate low-code applications.
- Experience with at least one RDBMS, including SQL query writing, such as SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
- Practical experience developing and hosting applications or data solutions in Azure or AWS.
- Familiarity with Git for source control and team-based development workflows.
- Strong understanding of software testing principles, debugging techniques, and QA best practices.
- Attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
- Understanding of Jira / Agile methodology.
- Experience working within DoD IT environments, including IL4/IL5/IL6 systems or compliance with DoD STIGs and security controls.
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Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with a modern front-end framework such as React or Angular.
- Familiarity with a modern back-end framework such as .NET or ExpressJS.
- Experience with RESTful API development, third-party service integration, and data flow orchestration.
- Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Previous experience working on government contracts or secure software environments.
- Familiarity with Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), and/or U.S. Navy.
- Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM I/II), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
- One or more industry-standard IT certifications, such as CompTIA, Microsoft, Amazon
- Familiarity with Risk Management Framework and/or Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and procedures.