Developer (comfortable with Golang)

Position Description:

CGI Federal, Inc, (CGI) is seeking a Software Developer to join our cutting-edge technology team in Jacksonville, FL. Must be comfortable with Go Development (6+ months or more) and confident in back end development, Full stack is preferred.

Onsite %

This position offers the unique opportunity to develop elements of mission-critical applications that directly support logistics operations. The successful candidate will work on innovative applications and digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support our Customers using an agile software and development-security-operations (DevSecOps) approach that delivers timely and iterative solutions to satisfy user-identified needs. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and meaningful impact.
This role offers excellent career progression opportunities, exposure to advanced and emerging technologies, and the satisfaction of contributing to national defense. Located in beautiful Jacksonville, FL, you'll enjoy a collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and the chance to work on projects that make a real difference.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

Not all of these will be applicable to start:
. Design, develop, test, and maintain applications using modern frameworks and technologies
. Build robust back-end APIs and microservices to support applications servicing logistics operations
. Integrate databases and manage data architecture for mission-critical applications
. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including system administrators, analysts, and end-users to gather requirements and deliver solutions
. Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards
. Optimize application performance and ensure scalability for high-traffic environments
. Conduct thorough testing including to include but not be limited to code, regression, functional, usability, security, unit testing, integration testing, and pre-user acceptance testing
. Perform corrective maintenance actions, as required
. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all developed systems and applications, as required
. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for deployed applications
. Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing systems
. Participate in agile development processes including sprint planning and code reviews
. Support deployment and DevOps activities including CI/CD pipeline management

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

. US Citizenship is required with ability to obtain Secret security clearance
. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related technical field; or equivalent experience, with certifications preferred
. Minimum 3 years of professional experience in software development
. 6+ months of Go, you have a strong understanding of Go's syntax, standard library, data structures (slices, maps, structs)
. Strong understanding of Go's unique concurrency model using goroutines and channels
. Familiarity with Linux command line
. Knowledge of cloud config
. Proficiency in front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and modern frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
. Strong experience with back-end development using Golang
. Solid understanding of database systems including SQL and NoSQL databases
. Experience with RESTful API design and development
. Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git
. Knowledge of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility
. Understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies
. Experience with testing frameworks and methodologies
. Customer-focused
. Strong problem-solving and critical and analytical thinking skills
. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
. Knowledge with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
. Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required
. Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
. Knowledge of military or government systems and protocols
. Security+ certification or willingness to obtain
. Experience with microservices architecture
. Familiarity with military logistics or aviation operations
. Experience with real-time applications using WebSockets
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices
• Experience with mobile application development (React Native, Flutter)
• Familiarity with data visualization libraries (D3.js, Chart.js)
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques
• Experience with automated testing and deployment tools
• Experience with CQRS development patterns
. Familiarity with ubuntu core
. Familiar with Raspberry PIs


CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $,.00 - $,.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the (k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs
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Skills:

• Back End Development
• Go
• Raspberry Pi
• Vue.js