POSITION SUMMARY:

Synergy is seeking a Senior Software Developer, Application to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG) at the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC)—Information Systems Division (ISD). The Senior Software Developer, Application in this role is responsible for full-stack application development, solution design, and support for initiatives related to system modernization and sustainment that underpin the USCG’s aviation logistics and enterprise systems.
The ideal candidate will bring deep software development expertise, DevSecOps experience, and the ability to lead complex development efforts supporting operational resilience, cybersecurity compliance, and cross-functional integration.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced knowledge of object-oriented programming, data structures, and application architecture patterns.
• Experience supporting full software lifecycle activities in federal or DoD environments.
• Strong understanding of DevSecOps concepts, secure coding standards, and Agile development methodologies.
• Proficiency in relational database design, PL/SQL, and procedural languages.
• Experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and version control systems.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in support of mission-critical operations.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Five (5) years of directly relevant experience may substitute for two (2) years of formal education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in enterprise software development, including requirements gathering, architecture, coding, testing, and support.
• Minimum of two (2) years of program/project-level software design experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an Agile software development environment and methodologies.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Kubernetes, Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
• Demonstrated experience working in support of federal government enterprise applications preferred.

NOTE: THIS ROLE IS CONTINGENT ON THE CONTRACT BEING AWARDED.

Synergy Business Innovation & Solutions is a premier implementer of cutting-edge software solutions. Synergy brings the experience and expertise necessary to deliver capability that provides tangible ROI to our customers. Synergy’s core areas of expertise are in the fields of Digital Transformation, Cloud Solutions, SaaS and Low-Code/No-Code solutions, Emerging Technologies, Data analytics and Visualization, Information Assurance, and Business Process Re-Engineering.
Synergy offers its employees a generous portfolio of core and voluntary benefits including group medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with immediately vested company match, PTO/Sick Leave, 11 paid federal holidays, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, tuition and training reimbursement, fitness/wellness reimbursement, a referral bonus program, and life management programs.
At Synergy, you’ll be challenged and given the opportunity to grow in your career path. In fact, growth is such a big deal to us that you will have dedicated career coaches available for every employee, company-funded certification opportunities, education reimbursement, and a general open-door policy so that you have support when you need it. Our team is eager to learn, fast-paced, and quality-driven—if that sounds like you, Synergy has a position for you!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, modify, test, deploy, and maintain custom and enterprise software applications that support logistics, finance, engineering, and maintenance functions.
• Translate user requirements and functional specifications into technical solutions through collaboration with Business Analysts, Architects, and DevOps teams.
• Develop scalable, efficient, and secure applications using technologies such as .NET, Java, JavaScript, OpenROAD, SQL, Oracle, HTML/CSS, SAS, and PHP.
• Build APIs and service integrations using modern protocols (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML).
• Conduct code reviews, debug issues, and execute regression, unit, and integration testing.
• Support development of reports, cubes, and dashboards using SAS Viya, Cognos, and Framework Manager for improved asset visibility and analytics.
• Participate in Agile development processes using Jira for task tracking and Confluence for documentation.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including system design specs, SOPs, deployment guides, and user manuals.
• Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and ensure systems meet Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements and cybersecurity regulations.
• Support configuration and version control using Bitbucket and other source code repositories.
• Analyze legacy systems and contribute to modernization roadmaps using industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, information assurance, and helpdesk teams to troubleshoot application issues and deliver continuous improvements.
• Serve as a senior technical or task lead, providing mentorship and ensuring development practices are standardized and aligned with government requirements.
• All other duties as assigned by management.