Software Developer

Software Developer

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

The Software Developer / OpenText AppWorks Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting software components in alignment with evolving functional requirements, commercial best practices, and DoD accreditation/security standards. This role supports CMTARS and related systems by implementing new modules, resolving interface issues, conducting regression testing, and collaborating closely with AFRBA, onsite support personnel, and project teams.

The contractor will perform development work from their location while coordinating with onsite representatives for requirement prioritization. Proposed software changes will be reviewed monthly by the AFRBA Configuration Control Board. This position requires deep expertise in OpenText AppWorks, custom component development, JavaScript/Marionette coding, and integrated platforms such as Box.com and Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, debug, and implement software components or modules as new requirements emerge.
• Modify or extend components in alignment with:
  • AFRBA-delivered requirements
  • SDLC best practices
  • DoD accreditation and security standards
• Develop and maintain Custom Component Software and Custom Component Documentation.
• Address issues related to:
  • System interfaces
  • Integration with other platforms
  • Compatibility across environments
• Recommend application changes and interface improvements where appropriate.
• Collaborate with project teams and end users to ensure functionality meets requirements.
• Resolve and troubleshoot technical issues across OpenText AppWorks and integrated systems.
• Perform full regression testing on enhancements or defect corrections.
• Provide:
  • Test Results
  • Test Incident/Discrepancy Reports within five business days following a test event.
• Present a list of changes and test scripts to the CMTARS Program Manager or designee for approval prior to any system release.
• Work in conjunction with onsite end user support representatives and AFRBA prioritization.
• Support monthly reviews for all proposed software changes.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for:
  • OpenText products
  • Server architectures
  • System operations

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience implementing OpenText AppWorks solutions.
• Minimum 5 years of coding experience using:
• Marionette
• JavaScript
• Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience integrating Box.com and Salesforce software solutions.

• Security+ (DoD 8570.01-M compliant)
• OpenText Certification for AppWorks 24.0, or earlier versions back to 16.2
• Verifiable training, working knowledge, and/or certification with:
  • Box.com
  • Salesforce 24.0 or previous iterations

Required Skills

Strong understanding of:

• AppWorks workflows, components, and back-end architecture
• Software development life-cycle (SDLC) processes
• DoD security and accreditation requirements
• Hands-on experience with custom component development and documentation.
• Ability to conduct regression testing and produce test reports, discrepancy logs, and test scripts.
• Experience troubleshooting system integration, compatibility, and platform issues.

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting DoD or federal information systems.
• Knowledge of enterprise content management, records workflows, and integration best practices.
• Familiarity with CMTARS or similar enterprise financial/records applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to interpret functional requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in coordinating with end users, project teams, and government stakeholders.

Security Clearance

• active Secret

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.