Senior Software Developer I - Full Stack

About BLENBLENers are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. For over 20 years, we've been helping government agencies and businesses transform their digital experience. We bring fresh perspectives to every project, from modernizing legacy systems to building cloud-native applications to experimenting with technology that’s just around the corner. We value building long and enduring partnerships to solve complex challenges by putting humans at the center of all the experiences. Our team thrives on turning tricky problems into solutions that are practical, accessible and performant.About this positionSenior Software Developers at BLEN play a crucial role in creating robust and efficient digital solutions. They combine extensive knowledge of both front-end and back-end technologies, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to guide projects from conception to implementation. Our engineering team makes key technical decisions, communicates clearly with all stakeholders, and leverages cutting-edge technologies to deliver high-quality solutions. They ensure our products meet client needs, align with business goals, and maintain high standards of performance and scalability.What we would like from youTechnical Leadership and StrategyCollaborate with management, product, and design teams to shape development vision and strategyGuide cross-functional teams in delivering high-impact solutions aligned with client goalsContribute to the implementation of the program's development strategyMaintain a high-level understanding of adjacent technical areas and ecosystems for effective system integrationSoftware Development and Problem-SolvingDemonstrate expertise, accountability, and ownership of contributions to application code basesLeverage deep knowledge of full stack development to lead iterative, outcome-driven developmentDiagnose and effectively resolve issues with owned systems, using incidents to inform educational opportunities and system improvementsMake critical decisions to keep projects on track and aligned with evolving client needsBalance program strategy with tactical development support as neededTeam Development and MentoringActively mentor and assist more junior engineers in developing their skillsBuild and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholdersParticipate in technical interviews with new candidatesMay serve as a mentor to individuals within the teamCommunication and Stakeholder EngagementEffectively communicate technical issues and developments with team members and clientsPresent design documents, system diagrams, etc. to clients, stakeholders, partners, and other engineersServe as the discipline's primary lead when working with stakeholdersProcess Improvement and InnovationUtilize strong influential skills to drive improvements in software engineering processes and practicesPropose and evaluate multiple approaches to technical and process problemsChampion best practices in software development and system architectureMay lead small, less critical, or temporary team structures and projectsBasic qualificationsEssential RequirementsBachelor's degree and 7+ years of engineering experienceExperience with front end development using JavaScript and ReactExperience working with external APIs2+ years of Ruby on Rails experienceStrong problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex issuesProficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git)Preferred Skills and ExperienceMaster's degree in Computer Science or related fieldPrior government contracting experienceExperience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)Knowledge of DevOps practices and toolsFamiliarity with Agile development methodologiesAbility to obtain a Public Trust ClearanceRequirementMust be a US Citizen or legal resident and able to work domesticallyMust be able to attain low-level security clearancePerksWork from anywhere.Competitive pay.A contribution to your health benefit.The chance to work on high-visibility projects and make a significant impact.Get to know usWe are a small, creative and highly technical team.Our heroes are the scrappy folks that dare to dream and do great things. We love people that care more about doing the right thing than taking a shortcut.We believe in finishing projects and floor our clients by how much we cared about their project.We believe in integrity and because we're small, we are very selective of our partners and clients.We do not use phrases like 'human resource' because you are NOT a resource. You are a team member and we will treat you like one.What you should expect from usWe will treat you fairly.We give you space to grow both personally and professionally.We will hear your ideas even when we disagree -- especially when we disagree.We will be equitable with our success and be honest with our challenges.We will always tell you the truth. Even when the truth is difficult.The salary range represents the compensation we expect to offer candidates who can perform the core responsibilities with minimal additional training. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as skill set, level of experience, and scope of responsibility. Our recruitment team is available to discuss your specific salary requirements and to provide more information about how we determine compensation. We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices and encourage open dialogue about our compensation structure throughout the application process. We look forward to learning more about your qualifications and how they align with our framework.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR

60-1.35 (c).

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