Job ID: VA-762395 (99990430)
Hybrid/Local Azure Developer (15+/DevOps/SAFe) with AppServices, Functions, DevOps, Storage, Kubernetes, Monitor/Application Insights, C#/.Net/Python, RESTful, microservices, SQL/NoSQL/Cosmos DB, RBAC, GDPR/ISO, Agile/Scrum experience
Location: Richmond, VA (ELECT)
Duration: 8 Months
This position will be hybrid, with a firm requirement to work on site a minimum of three days per week.
Skills:
Proven experience as a technical lead or similar role leading development teams through full project lifecycle on large-scale projects Required 10 Years
Extensive knowledge of Azure Cloud Services like Azure AppServices, Azure Functions, AzureDevOps, Azure Storage, Azure Kubernetes Service, and Azure A Required 10 Years
Proficient in one or more programming languages (e.g., C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript) Required 10 Years
Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, microservice architecture, and serverless computing Required 10 Years
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Azure Monitor and Application Insights Required 10 Years
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases in Azure (e.g., Azure SQL, Cosmos DB). Required 10 Years
Understanding of secure coding practices, role-based access control (RBAC), and compliance frameworks like GDPR or ISO Required 10 Years
Strong grasp of Agile/Scrum practices, ceremonies, and iterative development Required 10 Years
Ability to work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters and stakeholders Required 10 Years
Experience guiding junior developers, promoting best practices, and maintaining code quality Required 10 Years
Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders Required 10 Years
Ability to clearly communicate across distributed teams Required 10 Years
Skill with problem-solving and architectural decision-making Required 10 Years
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field strongly desired. Required 10 Years
Microsoft certification as DevOps Engineer Expert highly desired Highly desired 10 Years
Scrum certifications such as SAFe highly desirable. Highly desired 10 Years
Job Description:
The Virginia Department of Elections is seeking a Technical Lead with minimum 10 years of IT experience for a cloud-based software development project with the initial phase currently in progress.
The position will act as the Technical Lead for an established development team that is currently adding additional staffing in support of the project. The Technical Lead will provide oversight, direction and guidance/consultation to the project development team throughout the entire project lifecycle through final acceptance of all deliverables. Will work with the project manager to ensure all aspects of project management disciplines and ensure compliance with agency specific and Commonwealth project management and project governance policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Review and validate project deliverables to ensure information accuracy, thoroughness, completeness and compliance. Ensures project has a valid project plan that maintains scope, tasks, schedules, estimates, and status, and that information is accurately disseminated to IT management. Directs corrective actions in any area in which performance falls below objectives. Monitor the progress of the project and provide quick and accurate responses to Agency leadership as to status, issues and risks of the project. Serve as liaison between Agency leadership and VITA in cooperation with the project manager. Assist in the preparation of reports and materials for regularly scheduled project reviews with Agency leadership, VITA, and the project oversight committee.