Job Description:

JCDS (in support of our client) seeks a contractor to provide platform migration support services for 11 FNS websites and a mobile application from the current USDA hosted platform and services platform to an Azure cloud-based environment.

The scope of work encompasses all technical and management support required to provide comprehensive migration and operations and maintenance (O&M) support for all selected sites and/or mobile application.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Oversee development activities for project and provide upwards reporting to the Project/Program Manager
• Standardize all 10 websites and mobile application using GIT
• Review content and data for all 10 websites and mobile application for migration
• Create USDA FNS build pack for Drupal 8 sites
• Migrate all data files to cloud-based PaaS environment
• Maintain high-functioning streamlined code
• Ensure the application remains modernized and compatible with current and new versions of the agency standard for web browsers, operating systems, and devices
• Identify and implement fix for all patching and bug fixes
• Provide solutions through Agile methodology
• Coordinate with platform vendor on the integration of functions, APIs, and hosting requirements etc.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Drupal Development
• Certified Scrum Developer (CSD) a plus
• Agile Development
• Experience deploying websites in a centralized environment
• Must be comfortable with open communication and reaching across development, operations, and security teams
• Azure cloud experience nice to have
• Experience using Docker, Rancher, and SALT
• Experience leading development teams
• Must be in the DMV area
• U.S Citizenship required

Nice to Have Skills

• N/A

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in IT, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 4-7+ years development experience

Travel Requirement:

• Occasional travel to client site in Alexandria, VA. Must be local to the DMV area.

Posted On: Thursday, September 30, 2021