Company Name: cFocus Software Incorporated

Job Details: Be an Early Applicant Hiring Remotely in United States Remote Senior level

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Job Description: Senior Application Developer – FEMA Location:RemoteClearance Required:Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS High Trust IT clearanceEmployment Type:Full-timePosition Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Application Developer to support FEMA's Recovery Technology Programs Division (RTPD) in the development, modernization, enhancement, and sustainment (ADMES) of geospatial and field data collection tools including DSA, PDA, DRC SSI, SRAT, SLTT PDA, and FACT. These tools are critical for providing FEMA leadership and field teams with real-time situational awareness, decision support, and operational efficiency in disaster response and recovery missions.The ideal candidate will work in an Agile team environment and collaborate with product owners, stakeholders, and developers to build scalable, maintainable, and secure applications that meet FEMA’s evolving mission requirements.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, enhance, and sustain FEMA geospatial field tools and applications using modern technologies and frameworksSupport end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenanceTranslate business processes and mission needs into technical epics, user stories, and functional requirementsCollaborate with stakeholders to document operational scenarios and identify enhancements based on field use feedbackIntegrate and manage data exchange between geospatial tools and FEMA enterprise systems (e.g., FEMA DEX, FAC-TRAX, EC, US&R, IRIS)Perform defect resolution, security vulnerability mitigation, and routine technology refreshesProvide conceptual and detailed solution architectures to meet new mission needsEnsure compliance with FEMA’s Actionable Architecture Volume 2 – Target ArchitectureParticipate in alternatives analysis and recommend technology solutionsDevelop system documentation, training materials, and support user acceptance testing (UAT) and deploymentDemonstrate application capabilities to stakeholders and provide technical support for tool adoptionRequired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field10+ years of experience in software development, including full SDLCStrong experience with front-end and back-end development technologies such as:  - JavaScript/TypeScript, React or Angular  - .NET Core, C#, or Java  - Node.js, Python  - RESTful APIs and JSONExperience developing applications with geospatial capabilities (e.g., ArcGIS, Esri, Leaflet, or similar mapping tools)Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or AzureFamiliarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and DevSecOps pipelines (CI/CD)Strong knowledge of security best practices and secure coding techniquesExperience working with relational and non-relational databasesExcellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with FEMA systems and disaster response/recovery operationsFamiliarity with federal government software development standardsExperience with accessibility, usability, and multilingual application developmentExperience integrating systems with third-party platforms via APIs or data connectorsCertifications such as AWS Certified Developer, Certified Scrum Developer, or GIS-related credentialsTools/Systems Involved:FEMA’s Field Assessment and Collection Tools (FACT)Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) ToolPreliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) ToolDisaster Recovery Center Site Selection Inspection (DRC SSI) ToolShelter Resident Assessment Tool (SRAT)FEMA Data Exchange (DEX), FAC-TRAX, IRIS, DTS, EC, US&R