Sr. Technical Lead (Remote)

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Technical Lead to support a low-code/no-code (LCNC) Citizen Development Program within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This position will be remote and will report to a Program Manager.

You will work with a team of highly motivated individuals as we start up a program supporting Citizen Development at the VA. We are looking for someone with a diverse and inquisitive background, specializing in SharePoint and Power Platform would be a bonus. 

Experience working with a civil agency is preferred; experience working with the VA is greatly desired. The environment is dynamic and client needs are often evolving. As such, your thought leadership, problem solving, and rapid learning skills are needed to lead our program and our clients through conceptualization, strategic planning, and execution. Your flexibility, innovative mindset and forward-thinking views are critical for this role.  Finally, your technical skills and expertise will be the linchpin for your success.

Key responsibilities:

Technical Guidance and Support:

• Provide technical guidance and support for the technologies in use by the Program. Be able to embrace and learn new technologies as needed.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues and finding effective solutions.
• Ability to understand technical architecture and recommend solutions, conceptually at a minimum.
• Create technical documentation, guides, and tutorials to support learning and development for Citizen Developers.

Tool and Platform Management:

• Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of tools and platforms used by the program.
• Ensure that these tools are accessible, user-friendly, and up-to-date.
• Help build citizen developed tools to support the goals of the program.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Encourage and foster innovation within the citizen developer community.
• Stay informed about the latest technologies and industry trends to continuously improve the program’s technical resources.
• Embrace a growth mindset to evolve with the Program to meet changing needs of the citizen developer community, the technology, and the program.

Collaboration and Integration:

• Facilitate collaboration between citizen developers and professional developers.
• Work with other teams to understand and document their processes and simplify this information for a less technical audience.

Technical Evaluation:

• Evaluate the technical feasibility of proposed projects and tools to run the Program and provide recommendations.

Security and Compliance:

• Ensure that all Citizen Developer program applications and documents comply with 508 compliance and accessibility requirements.

Reporting and Communication:

• Regularly report on the technical progress and achievements of the citizen developer program.
• Communicate technical challenges and opportunities to stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's  12+ years (or commensurate experience) 
• Experience with building or supporting Microsoft Power Platform projects/programs.
• Experience working with customers and project leads in analyzing, designing, implementing, and supporting IT projects.
• Experience with managing diverse IT projects both large and small and be well-versed in full systems development life cycle and strategic information planning, including agile development and DevOps environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools and Microsoft Power Platform
• Highly motivated & ability to take initiative
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and flex into other roles as needed
• Works independently with significant latitude for decision making, and with minimal guidance and supervision

• Clearance Level: able to obtain Public Trust

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with designing and building Microsoft Power Platform applications.
• Dept. of Veteran Affairs or other federal agency consulting experience.
• Experience with Product/Program/Project Management.
• Experience with DevOps and CI/CD processes to support a rapid development lifecycle.

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

What You Can Expect

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview

• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past 7 years)
• Verification of your highest level of education
• Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate Discounts
• Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
• Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
• Referral Bonus Program
• Internal Mobility Program
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Work Environment

*Available to full-time employees

Our employees’ unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.