As a Software Developer, your job is to design and build the systems that power and protect our law enforcement operations. This means applying your expertise in programming, secure system design, and data-driven solutions to create tools that support investigations, track evidence, analyze intelligence, and enable secure information sharing across the federal government, as well as with our domestic and international law enforcement partners.
GS-11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience performing software development tasks as part of a technical team. Experience participating in Agile development teams to assist in coding, testing, and implementing software solutions. Experience supporting application development projects by troubleshooting basic technical issues. Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to complete IT-related tasks. Demonstrated the ability to troubleshoot and debug software defects and production issues. GS-12: In addition to the above, applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience independently performing a wide range of software development activities, including evaluating and resolving moderately complex software development issues. Experience analyzing and recommending improvements to software development processes, workflows, and team operations. Experience collecting and synthesizing end-user feedback to recommend changes that enhance product performance and usability. Experience collaborating with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and propose technical solutions. GS-13: In addition to the above, applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience leading software development initiatives and coordinating technical requirements. Experience serving as a technical liaison to align development team deliverables with customer and stakeholder needs. Experience defining technical skills, tools, and resources needed to meet software development requirements. Experience designing, developing, and testing software applications according to specifications and user requirements. GS-14: In addition to the above, applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience that demonstrates the ability to oversee enterprise-level software development efforts and provide strategic technical direction. Experience recommending and implementing innovative solutions to address critical system challenges. Experience providing expert-level technical guidance to multiple teams to ensure alignment with mission requirements. Desired Skills Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants. The ideal candidate will possess skills, knowledge, and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: Cloud services and technologies (AWS, OCI or Azure) Agile methodology (SAFe, Scrum, etc.) AI/ML services and platforms
GS-11 Execute technical tasks, contribute to team projects, support development work under guidance. Work on cross-functional technical teams to complete IT projects. Connect and gather feedback with End Users/Customers. Perform basic technical work as part of an Agile team. Support application development teams. Work as a core member of an Agile team. GS-12 (In addition to the above) Independently manage complex tasks, recommend solutions, manage parts of a project. Evaluate and recommend ways to solve complex software development issues. Gather, analyze, and synthesize customer and end-user feedback to improve software. Evaluate and recommend ways to improve effectiveness and efficiency of work operations in a software development team. Work with development teams to provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues, and support software solutions that meet functional and technical requirements. GS-13 (In addition to the above) Serve as a technical liaison responsible for maximizing the value delivered by the team and ensuring backlog alignment with customer/stakeholder needs. Engage with stakeholders to collect feedback, identify trends/issues, and translate findings into actionable recommendations. Lead technical efforts, coordinates with stakeholders, defines technical needs, and influences product direction. Contribute to the Product Vision and Architectural Roadmap. Define technical skills and resource needs to meet the product requirements. GS-14 (In addition to the above) Oversee large-scale or highly complex development initiatives, lead multi-team strategy, and provide top-tier technical direction. Lead development teams, provide technical guidance, troubleshoot issues, and support solutions at the enterprise level. Evaluate and recommend ways to solve complex, enterprise-level software development issues. Lead software development planning in alignment with strategic product vision.