Development Lead

Trilogy Federal drives innovative solutions for complex business challenges across financial management, healthcare, and government industries. Our collaborative, client-first service approach, combined with our commitment to the rapid implementation of pragmatic solutions, has earned Trilogy an unparalleled reputation for delivering transformative results.

Trilogy Federal is seeking a Development Lead to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Centralized Administrative Accounting Transaction System (CAATS). The ideal candidate will lead a team of developers focused on the design, development, and deployment of solutions on the Salesforce platform, thriving in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. This role requires strong leadership that thrives as a collaborative, innovative professional who serves as a technical expert and advisor, guiding project architecture and ensuring best practices across multiple initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Salesforce development, a strong programming background, and the ability to collaborate across teams to deliver impactful business solutions.

The selected lead developer must hold both an active Salesforce Certified Platform Developer certification and a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Fundamentals certification. This position will focus on leading the development and enhancement of cloud applications using Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics 365, aligning with VA's Veteran-focused Integration Process (VIP) Lean-Agile framework to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient IT solutions. This position is contingent upon award and may require occasional customer site visits in Washington, D.C.

Please note this position is contingent upon award (Q3 / Q4 2025).

Primary Responsibilities :

• Lead the team in the development and customization of cloud-based applications on Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics 365 platforms, supporting VA corporate IT systems' functionality and operational needs.
• Lead efforts to maintain software quality by establishing and adhering to best practices, conducting code reviews, and ensuring high standards of software quality.
• Oversee the optimization of Apex, Visualforce, and Lightning components for Salesforce, and customize Dynamics 365 using Power Apps, Power Automate, and JavaScript to meet VA requirements.
• Ensure development team's integration of cloud solutions with legacy systems and other platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) using APIs, web services, and Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI / CD) pipelines.
• Collaborate with Integration Leads, Cloud Engineers, and Scrum Masters to deliver features and enhancements within Agile sprints, ensuring alignment with CCSS 2 objectives.
• Ensure cloud applications comply with VA security and privacy standards (e.g., FISMA, NIST 800-53, HIPAA), implementing secure coding practices and access controls.
• Ensure development team is utilizing VA-approved tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, ServiceNow) to manage code repositories, track development tasks, and contribute to Biweekly Status Reports on feature progress and issues.
• Oversee team execution of Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives), aligning development efforts with the VIP Lean-Agile framework and sprint goals.
• Ensure the resolution of cloud application issues, ensuring high availability and performance for VA end-users and corporate services.
• Leverage emerging cloud technologies (e.g., serverless computing, AI integrations) to enhance VA OIT's modernization efforts and improve solution efficiency.
• Work with VA stakeholders, including the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), to gather requirements, validate solutions, and deliver Veteran-centric cloud applications.
• Mentor team members on Salesforce and Dynamics 365 development best practices, contributing to Trilogy's staff development and technical expertise initiatives.
• Optimize cloud solutions for scalability and cost-efficiency, supporting VA's operational and customer service goals.

Minimum Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Operating Systems & Platforms

Mainframe / Legacy OS : IBM z / OS 2.4.x, z / VM 7.x, Unix 4, Solaris 10.x / 11.x

Windows Server : 2012, 2019

Linux : Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7.x, 8.x

Application Servers & Middleware

Web / Application Servers :

Microsoft IIS (8.5, 10)

Apache HTTP Server (1.3.3, 2.4)

IBM HTTP Server (8.5.x)

WebLogic Server 12.2.3

Messaging & Queues : IBM MQ 9.2.x, RabbitMQ 3.11.x

Integration Middleware : Mule Runtime (3.9.0, 4.4.0), MuleSoft Anypoint Platform 6.x, Oracle Retail Integration Bus

Development & Testing Tools

API / Testing Tools : Postman 7.x, SoapUI 5.5

Modeling Tools : Quest Toad Data Modeler 7.x

Installers / Build Tools : IBM Installation Manager 1.9.x, Windows Installer XML (WiX)

Monitoring & Performance

Application Monitoring : AppDynamics (various versions), ScienceLogic SL1, DynaTraceOneAgent 1.2x

Configuration & Admin Tools : CentrifyDC, CMTrace, Reflection (Desktop, Secure IT)

Cloud & Virtualization

AWS : AWS Tools for Windows 3.15.x

VMware : VMware Tools 19.331

Citrix : Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops (CVAD) 1912CU4

Specialized / Domain-Specific

Retail Systems : Oracle Retail (Merchandising, Price Mgmt, Sales Audit, Store Inventory Mgmt, Data Warehouse, Integration Bus)

Payment Systems : NETePay 4.x

Financial Systems : Workload Automation CA 7-12.x, Oracle E-Business Suite Financials 12.1.3

Benefits (including but not limited to) :

$80,000 - $91,998 a year

This range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as Trilogy Federal conducts an individual equity review for every candidate based on experience, location, education, industry experience, and comparisons to internal pay bands. In addition to salary, Trilogy offers robust benefits including medical / dental / vision insurance coverage, 401(k) match, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and a very supportive work / life balance.

Regarding remote positions, Trilogy Federal is able to offer virtual employment in the following states : Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia.

Trilogy Federal is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.