TACOM (WVA): Lead Software Developer

Location: Watervliet

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Title:

TACOM (WVA): Lead Software Developer

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Program Summary

The U.S. Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) sustains the Army’s mission to develop, acquire, field, and sustain ground combat, tactical, and support systems throughout their lifecycle. The program focuses on ensuring operational readiness, reliability, and safety of automotive and ground support equipment critical to Army operations.

Under this contract, personnel provide maintenance, repair, overhaul, and sustainment support in accordance with Army technical manuals, safety standards, and performance requirements.

Job Summary

The Lead Software Developer serves as a senior technical leader responsible for the design, development, and implementation of software solutions supporting TACOM systems and operations. This role leads development teams, ensures coding standards and best practices are followed, and delivers high‑quality, secure, and scalable applications. The position is responsible for providing technical direction and solutions to program and business stakeholders.

This position is contingent upon award

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform as the technical expert with thorough understanding of the business applications associated to assigned projects.
• Perform as a project lead with the responsibility for the instruction, guidance, direction, and monitoring of the performance of assigned application & development projects.
• Assist in the scheduling and coordinating of conversion and developmental projects with requestors to include design, migration, data validation, and solution implementation phases of a project.
• Work with customers and technical staff in the development and resolution of software problems and respond to suggestions for application modifications or enhancements.
• Participate in the development of end user manuals for all developed applications.
• Assist in the training of less experienced developer staff in the capacity as a team leader for complex projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related Business Applications field and more than 10 years of relevant work experience is required.
• Experience with technology including, but not limited to, LMP/CAMS/SQL/BI/BO/SAP/Power Platform Applications/SharePoint.
• 10 years of SAP experience including implementation of LMP (Logistics Management Program) Increment I & II and CAMS.
• Versed in creating reports/queries in Business Objects, Business Intelligence, MII, and object other oriented platforms.
• Process development experience at WVA in the Arsenal Manufacturing environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (as required)
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting DoD, Army, or TACOM programs
• Prior government contracting experience

Additional Information

This position will be performed in office, data center, or operational environment that requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and occasional movement within facilities. Employees may also be required to work shifts, overtime, or weekend support based on mission needs.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

The salary range for this position is $138,800 - $208,200. Compensation offered will depend on qualifications, experience, work location, and business considerations. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. Additional compensation and benefits may be available based on role eligibility.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.