Senior Engineer - DevOps

Job Overview

Maximus is seeking a qualified and motivated Senior Engineer - DevOps to join our team in support of an upcoming federal contract (pending award). This position will play a key role in delivering high-quality services to our government client and will be contingent upon contract award.

As part of this project, you will support a federally funded initiative that provides essential medical readiness services—such as exams, screenings, dental care and preventive care—to individuals in remote or underserved areas. Services are delivered through a network of providers and mobile teams, with remote coordination and scheduling. The program ensures consistent access to care across dispersed populations and contributes to broader public service goals.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the configuration management system which supports the enterprise software development life cycle (SDLC.)
• Manage source code within the version control system (i.e. branching, sync, merge), compile, assemble, and package software from source code.
• Participate in defining and providing guidance on standards / best practices.
• Develop automation scripts for build, deployment, and versioning activities.
• Research and resolve technical problems associated with version control and continuous integration systems.
• May provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within job area.

Project-Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Salesforce Development & Customization: Design and implement custom Salesforce solutions using Apex, Visualforce, Lightning Components, and Flows. Manage Salesforce integrations with external systems via APIs, middleware, and DXHub.
• DXHub Integration: Develop and maintain secure data exchange pipelines between Salesforce and DHA systems using DXHub. Ensure compliance with DHA data standards and security protocols.
• System Architecture & Design: Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to define technical requirements and system architecture. Lead the development of scalable microservices and RESTful APIs for system interoperability.
• Security & Compliance: Implement secure coding practices and ensure solutions meet DoD cybersecurity and HIPAA requirements. Support ATO (Authority to Operate) documentation and technical reviews.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to junior developers and participate in code reviews. Contribute to agile ceremonies and sprint planning.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 5+ years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Project-Specific Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of software development experience, with 3+ years in Salesforce development.
• Strong experience with DXHub, Salesforce APIs, and integration with federal health systems.
• Proficiency in Apex, JavaScript, REST APIs, and middleware platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, Boomi).
• Familiarity with DHA systems, FHIR, HL7, and DoD health data standards.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

About Maximus

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis.