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Application Developer 86726

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.

Full-time

Washington, DC

Job description

ODID 86726 – Application Developer
Location: Washington, D.C. – supporting Department of Education programs

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. (Blue Rose) is seeking an experienced Application Developer to support modernization and development efforts across multiple system domains for a federal education client. This role is ideal for a developer with a passion for designing scalable, maintainable software solutions and driving continuous improvement across complex enterprise applications.

What You’ll Do
As an Application Developer, you will:

  • Design and develop robust, maintainable, and scalable software solutions across multiple environments.
  • Architect technical implementations that meet business requirements and align with system constraints.
  • Translate functional specifications into detailed technical designs and efficient, high-quality code.
  • Develop and execute unit, integration, and system testing to ensure reliability and performance.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to streamline deployment pipelines and production releases.
  • Document code, APIs, and architecture to promote knowledge sharing and sustainability.
  • Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across all phases of the SDLC.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of production incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Modernize legacy systems by migrating from Java 8 to Java 21, leveraging enhanced features and performance optimizations.

Schedule, Salary & Shift Details

  • Full-time (40 hours/week)
  • Hybrid in Washington, D.C.; support during East Coast business hours
  • Salary: 125k

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship required (Dual Citizens acceptable)
  • Public Trust clearance required or higher
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in full-stack or enterprise software development
  • Demonstrated experience with:
    • Java – 3–5 years
    • Spring Batch – 3–5 years
    • Structured Query Language (SQL) – 3–5 years

Why Join Blue Rose?

  • Work on impactful modernization initiatives in support of national education programs
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on innovative cloud and data solutions
  • Hybrid flexibility and opportunities for professional advancement within mission-focused projects

About Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.
Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc. is a veteran-owned small business dedicated to delivering professional, mission-driven solutions across government and commercial sectors. We combine big-firm expertise with small-business agility, providing exceptional service, innovation, and results. Our team values integrity, collaboration, and excellence in every engagement. Join us and make an impact that matters.

Apply Today
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bluerose-consulting.com/careers
LinkedIn: Blue Rose Consulting Group, Inc.