• Design, develop, and enhance Java-based applications and APIs supporting VR&E case management and integration needs. • Build secure, scalable backend services using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices patterns. • Support front-to-back full-stack functionality when required. • Assist in designing and maintaining CI/CD workflows using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Maven, and Nexus. • Integrate VR&E systems with enterprise VA services such as MPI, VA Profile, BGS services, and REST/SOAP endpoints. • Perform data mapping, transformation, and validation.

• Architect, design, and evolve RESTful APIs and backend services using Node.js (Express) and Python (Flask) • Lead the development of scalable, resilient backend systems leveraging PostgreSQL, Redis, and cloud-native services • Design and optimize asynchronous processing pipelines using AWS SQS/SNS and RabbitMQ • Define and drive technical design discussions • Establish best practices for clean, well-tested code • Collaborate cross-functionally to design and deliver features supporting asset creation • Guide database schema design and oversee migration strategies • Improve system observability through instrumentation • Participate and elevate code reviews • Support production systems and contribute to incident response • Mentor engineers and provide architectural leadership

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services using Node.js (Express) and Python (Flask) • Build and optimize scalable backend systems leveraging PostgreSQL, Redis, and cloud-native services • Implement asynchronous processing pipelines using AWS SQS/SNS and RabbitMQ • Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code, including unit and integration tests • Contribute to database schema design and manage migrations (e.g., Alembic) • Improve system observability through instrumentation (OpenTelemetry), logging, and monitoring • Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement features supporting asset creation, submission workflows, and reporting • Support production systems and participate in on-call rotations • Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability

• Lead Software Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and maintainable software applications using Spring Boot, Java, React, and cloud technologies. • Architect and Design: Collaborate with product managers, designers, and cross-functional teams to architect robust and scalable solutions that meet business requirements. Provide input into the technical direction of the team and product. • Cloud Technology Expertise: Leverage experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.) to design cloud-native applications. Ensure that applications are optimized for scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency in a cloud environment. • Code Reviews & Mentorship: Conduct thorough code reviews, ensuring that the team adheres to best practices for clean, maintainable, and efficient code. Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. • Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with product and design teams to define requirements, deliver timely solutions, and provide technical expertise throughout the product lifecycle. • Performance and Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance of applications. Identify bottlenecks and implement performance improvements across both frontend (React) and backend (Java/Spring Boot) layers. • Agile Development: Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming. Contribute to defining and prioritizing work within the team. • Stay Current: Continuously research and apply emerging technologies and industry best practices to improve the development process and product quality.