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Technical Lead (GovCon | Public Trust Eligibility)

Attain Talent
Location
United States - Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Attain Talent
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 9+ years of professional experience in software engineering, including enterprise application development
  • Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, OpenJDK, GraphQL, Ruby on Rails, and REST APIs
  • Experience designing distributed systems, microservices, integrations, and scalable enterprise applications
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, system design, design patterns, and engineering best practices
  • Experience building cloud-native applications in AWS or Azure
Nice to have
  • Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), event-driven architecture, or serverless platforms
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and secure systems integration
  • Experience supporting federal government agencies
What the job really is

The Technical Lead at Attain Talent will oversee the design, development, and modernization of federal software systems, focusing on backend architecture and scalable application development. This role involves leading engineering efforts throughout the software development lifecycle, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with various teams to deliver integrated solutions. The position also includes troubleshooting complex issues and contributing to cloud modernization efforts.

Benefits
  • Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)
  • Competitive Compensation Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with 4% matching
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is $140,000 — $155,000 USD, but individual base salary is unique to each candidate and based on experience, education, and skills.
  • No specific mention of the technology stack beyond the listed languages and frameworks, which may indicate a focus on legacy systems or specific environments.
  • The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, which may imply a high level of responsibility and influence within the organization.
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