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Modernization Application Developer (Washington, DC)

Modernization Application Developer

_TS/SCI with Polygraph Required_

_Salary Range: $117,000 - $140,600 per year_

Ops Tech Alliance is seeking a **Modernization Application Developer** to help transform legacy systems into secure, scalable, and cloud-ready applications. In this role, you’ll design and build modern application components that power mission success and enterprise innovation.

You’ll work hand-in-hand with architects, analysts, and integration specialists to deliver software solutions that are efficient, reliable, and future-focused. If you’re passionate about modern development practices and want to contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on challenges that truly matter.

_THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD_

Responsibilities

+ Design and develop application modules that modernize legacy systems and meet evolving mission requirements

+ Implement cloud-native features, microservices, and APIs to enhance performance and scalability

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand user requirements and deliver functional solutions

+ Participate in Agile sprints, peer code reviews, and DevSecOps workflows

+ Ensure applications are built to meet cybersecurity compliance, testing, and documentation standards

Required Qualifications

+ Current Top Secret security clearance with Polygraph

+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in application development

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience

+ Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar languages

+ Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevSecOps practices

+ Experience with version control systems such as Git

Desired Qualifications

+ Experience in application modernization for government systems

+ Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

+ Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLabrelevant certifications (e.g., AWS Developer Associate, Azure Developer Associate)

Company Overview

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) was founded by former National Security and Special Operations professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, and was formed with a singular focus: to bridge the gap between operations and technology to enable mission success. We are a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Team Member Benefits

+ Competitive Pay

+ Paid Time Off

+ Tuition Assistance

+ Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Coverage

+ Life Insurance

+ Work-life Balance

Our employees have achieved incredible things working on some of the most important technology and security projects in locations around the world to safeguard national security. We focus on hiring top talent and we want you to join our team.

OTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This is a full time position