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Software Developer - Oracle APEX (NWS 00888)

THIS POSITION IS SHORT TERM, MAX 1,000 HOURS PER CALENDER YEAR
THIS POSITION IS FULL TIME FOR SIX MONTHS, WITH POTENTIAL TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT

North Wind Services is actively seeking a highly motivated individual with strong technical skills and a commitment to excellence to join our supplemental labor team supporting the Department of Energy at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Our team contributes to national security through science, technology, and engineering at vital federal research and development installations.

The ideal candidate is one who thrives in dynamic environments and is eager to develop their expertise while supporting cutting-edge operations. This position combines hands-on field work with remote operations using computer-based systems, offering a unique opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a highly technical and collaborative environment.

Qualified applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet preemployment requirements, including physicals, drug screenings, and background investigations to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of North Wind Services, a premier government contractor dedicated to employing well-qualified personnel to advance LLNL's mission in Livermore, CA. While employed by North Wind Services, the employee will take day-to-day directions from LLNL technical personnel. Pay, benefits, and employment management functions are provided by North Wind Services.

The Strategic Deterrence Directorate has an opening within the Applications Rapid Application Development (RAD) team for a Software Developer with a focus on Oracle APEX. The successful candidate for this full-time opportunity will report directly to the RAD team leader. The successful candidate must be proficient in SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle APEX, and data modeling.

Essential Duties
- Design and deliver Oracle APEX applications or modifications to existing applications.
- Gather, analyze, and document new systems requirements and changes to existing systems. Formally document requirements.
- Develop detailed design specifications, schema design and entity relationship models, and test plans.
- Actively participate in code/design reviews.
- Adhere to established software project management and software development lifecycle (SDLC) procedures, including data modeling, versioning, and release procedures.
- Participate in collaborative process evolution subject to formal governance and approval.
- Support and coordinate with team management and stake-holders in the prioritization of work.
- Engage other developers frequently to share relevant knowledge, opinions, and recommendations.
- Contribute to the fulfillment of technical projects and organizational objectives, functioning as an effective team member on multi-disciplinary teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Knowledge and experience with relational databases and SQL.
- Knowledge and experience with web development.
- Skilled in all aspects of software project life cycle: feasibility, requirements, design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance and operations.
- Ability to resolve user issues, data problems, and code defects.
- Ability to work independently and/or as part of a multi-disciplinary team environment.
- Advanced problem-solving skills; ability to find solutions to complex problems and to handle multiple priorities and tasks effectively.
- Effective interpersonal and critical thinking skills necessary to contribute to team objectives.
- Sufficient written and verbal communication skills necessary to prepare, present, and document technical information.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge and experience with recent low code application platforms, preferably Oracle APEX.
- Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, MySQL, Postgres, SQL Server.
- Proficiency in PL/SQL.
- Knowledge and experience with web development technologies and languages such as Javascript, Ajax, CSS, and HTML.
- Experience in software design and architecture principles.
- Experience with data modeling (ERD) tools.
- Experience working as a member of a team as well as independently.

Special Requirements
Pre-Placement Medical Exam:A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

Pre-Employment Drug Test:External applicants selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test (including testing for marijuana use, as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Subcontractor).

Anticipated Government Clearance: Q- This position requires a Q-level clearance. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required, and individuals holding multiple citizenships may need to renounce their non-U.S. citizenship before clearance is granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. We are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. At North Wind, we value safety, reliability, and a commitment to our people. For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1-208-528-8714 for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.