PRIMARY FUNCTION
StraitSys is looking for a Pega Developer to support an initiative in Quantico, VA.

An experienced Pega Developer is responsible for developing and maintaining applications built on the Pega platform. As a Pega Developer, you will be involved in all aspects of the software development life cycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Work on developing and maintaining applications built on the Pega platform.

Understand the requirements and design of the applications.

Write code in Java and JavaScript programming languages.

Test and debug the applications.

Deploy applications on the servers.

Coordination with the project manager to ensure that the business architecture meets the customer's needs.

Monitor the performance of the applications and make necessary changes.

Bringing company databases, legacy software, and online services together.

Troubleshooting application problems, code errors, and bottlenecks;

Performing system performance tests.

Keeping the privacy of all system programs intact.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Advanced understanding of Pega PRPC 5.x/6.x/7.x.

Knowledge of Java, JSP, J2EE, XML, and EJB.

Knowledge of Scrum and Agile methodologies.

Understanding of coding languages such as Java, Angular JS, and JQuery is required.

Understanding of web technologies such as HTML5, JavaScript, CSS, and XML.

Familiarity with relational databases such as Oracle or MySQL.

Outstanding project management abilities.

Capability to handle difficult software problems. Ability to work effectively in a team environment and have good communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Active Top Secret Clearance required.

Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering.

10+ years of relevant work experience.

Experience as a Pega developer.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.