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Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. 

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

NROWS Software Engineer II

Position Overview

OST, Inc. is seeking a NROWS Software Engineer II to support and enhance the Navy Reserve Order Writing System (NROWS). The engineer will design, develop, test, document, and implement Java-based software solutions that improve data quality, correct deficiencies, satisfy mandated requirements, and deliver system enhancements.

This position works within a collaborative development team to ensure NROWS continues to meet its functional, technical, and operating-environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, document, and implement Java applications supporting NROWS.
• Analyze system requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Develop enhancements that improve data quality, correct software deficiencies, and meet mandated requirements.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries used to access normalized application data with complex relationships.
• Develop and maintain Oracle database interfaces, triggers, and stored procedures.
• Troubleshoot application issues and coordinate with customers to identify and resolve problems.
• Prepare technical documentation, data analysis, and status reports.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, configuration management, and software-release activities.
• Work collaboratively with developers, analysts, customers, and other technical stakeholders.
• Support applicable CMMI processes, documentation, and work products.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least three years of software programming experience.
• Three to five years of experience writing, testing, and documenting Java code using object-oriented programming techniques.
• Experience developing Java applications in an Oracle database environment.
• Three to five years of experience with technologies such as HTML, Java Servlets, Struts, JSP, Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB), Data Access Objects (DAO), and Oracle database interfaces.
• Two to five years of SQL experience, including building complex queries to access normalized application data.
• Understanding of SQL-query optimization techniques.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio for data analysis, documentation, and status reporting.
• Ability to work directly with customers to identify and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn new technologies and deliver high-quality solutions.
• US. citizenship.
• Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one.

Certification Requirements (Nice to have):

• Security+ certification or the ability to obtain it within 12 months of hire.
• Working toward an applicable vendor or platform certification, such as:
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
• Microsoft Certified Applications Developer (MCAD)
• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)
• Sun Certified Professional
• Red Hat certification
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Another relevant technical certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of the iReport reporting tool.
• Working knowledge of JasperReports Server 5.6 or later.
• Knowledge of CMMI process areas, requirements, and work products.
• Ability to analyze CMMI requirements and determine effective methods for meeting them.

This is a full-time position paying a base salary, full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.

OST is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.