Ready to lead modernization efforts for one of the nation’s most vital agencies? GovCIO is hiring a Development Lead to oversee enhancements to a key VA platform—pending contract award.
About GovCIO
GovCIO is reimagining government IT through agile innovation and mission-focused delivery. With a passion for people and public service, they modernize systems that matter—backed by a culture that values growth, impact, and collaboration.
Schedule
- Full-time
- Fully remote (Continental U.S. only)
- Role is contingent upon contract award
- Must be eligible for a Suitability/Public Trust clearance
What You’ll Do
- Lead the sustainment, enhancement, and modernization of a legacy system
- Supervise a team of developers and mentor them through successful delivery
- Plan development timelines and ensure compliance with software standards
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including Sprint Reviews and code reviews
- Document operating instructions and development activity
- Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and business analysts
- Integrate with multiple applications and coordinate with external teams
- Analyze technical factors including information flow, hardware/software needs, and problem-solving methods
- Support BA team in developing user manuals, operational guides, and project documentation
What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience supervising development teams
- Strong knowledge of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Experience with legacy modernization projects
- Ability to work independently and lead by example
- Analytical and investigative mindset
- Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
- Eligible for Suitability/Public Trust clearance
Preferred
- Experience working with VA or other federal agencies
- Familiarity with VA’s Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP)
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, and the VA.gov platform
- Experience collaborating with OCTO or other VA technical teams
Benefits
- Salary range: $120,000 – $150,000/year
- Flexible remote work environment
- Learning & development platform with certification prep
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet insurance, internal mobility, and referral bonuses
- Corporate discounts and full-time employee perks
Be the leader who guides a team through transformation—and delivers digital tools that serve veterans across the country.
Modernization starts with strong leadership. Let’s build it right.
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