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Candidates must possess an active Top Secret clearance to be considered.\nThe IT SME, Senior, will lead and accelerate development efforts in an AI-assisted, high-performance environment. This role will have a deep technical background, including advanced skills in Java (Spring Boot), Angular (21+), PostgreSQL, and AWS architectures, as well as experience utilizing AI coding assistants such as Claude or Amazon Q Developer.\nThis position requires innovativeness in adopting AI-rich tools for generating code, unit tests, and accelerating application development while ensuring all generated outputs meet strict security, cloud architecture, and database standards. Clear human oversight, technical precision, and quality assurance are integral to delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise code.\nThis position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop, review, and optimize back-end services using Java (Spring Boot) and front-end interfaces using Angular 21+.\nLeverage AI tools for efficient development, including generating boilerplate code, writing unit tests, and conducting application modernization tasks.\nEnsure compliance with AWS cloud architecture standards and PostgreSQL database standards.\nPerform in-depth reviews, debugging, and optimization of AI-generated code to prevent integration issues, low-quality abstractions, or security vulnerabilities.\nAdvocate for best practices in code maintainability, software versioning, and adherence to project requirements.\nActively contribute to the architecture and design of scalable, secure, and efficient software systems, particularly in an AI-driven development workflow.\nOther duties as assigned.\nQualifications\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.\nA minimum of 5+ years of software engineering experience, with demonstrated expertise in key technologies.\nTechnical Skills:Java (Spring Boot): At least 4 years of hands-on experience designing and developing back-end services.\nAngular 17 or higher: Minimum of 4 years of front-end development experience.\nPostgreSQL: At least 3 years of database design, development, and optimization.\nAWS Environments: Proficiency in using AWS tools, services, and cloud architecture.\nProven ability to work in AI-assisted development workflows, including generating and validating AI-generated code.\n\nStrong debugging and troubleshooting skills, with expertise in refining and optimizing large-scale enterprise applications.\nExcellent software architecture design capabilities, with the ability to effectively guide and correct AI assistants during development.\nActive Top Secret Security Clearance is required.\nMust be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.\nMinimum Skills Required:\nProficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.\nStrong collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with diverse technical teams.\nAnalytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.\nProactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic project environments.\nAbility to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.\nExcellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.\nPreferred Skills:\nContainerization: Demonstrated experience using containerization tools such as Docker.\nCI/CD: Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipelines for automated testing and deployment across environments.\nAgile Development: Proficiency working in Agile development environments, including participation in sprints, standups, and retrospectives.\nOur Commitment to you / overview of benefits \nMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program\nFlexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability options\nBasic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)\nVoluntary Life and AD&D options\n401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year\nPaid Time Off\nReports to: Program Manager\nWorking Conditions \nProfessional office environment with the ability to work on-site.\nMust be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.\nAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.\nMust be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.\nMust be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.\nMay be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.\nMay be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.\nMay be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.\nOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\nCayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. 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