Application Developer

About Knight Federal Solutions

Knight Federal Solutions is a trusted provider to industry leading prime contractors, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. We have established a company culture that supports our employees, their families and the communities in which they live and work. When you join our team you belong to a group of people that work hard, strive for greatness and care about people.

Our hard work is evident in everything we do. Whether it be supporting large government programs in the areas of Simulation and Training, Information Technology, Intelligence or Engineering we always strive to be the best. It is for this reason that we have been recognized as a World Class Team Supplier by Northrop Grumman and were also named one of Florida’s fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.

As Knight Federal Solutions continues to grow, we look forward to hiring the best and the brightest to join us in our success!

Job Purpose

The Application Developer at Knight Federal Solutions Inc. is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing software applications that meet the needs of our clients. This role requires a deep understanding of programming languages, software development life cycles, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software applications according to client specifications and company standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code using best practices and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve application development processes.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing applications as needed.
• Document application processes, technical specifications, and user guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and training.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development methodologies and tools within the organization.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Required Experience

• TS/SCI Clearance with CI Poly
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in application development.
• Proven track record of developing and deploying applications using modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Experience with software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.
• Demonstrated experience in database management and design, particularly with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Proficiency in front-end and back-end development, including frameworks like Angular, React, or Node.js.
• Excellent understanding of web services, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is a plus.
• Adaptability to new technologies and a willingness to continuously learn and improve skills.