Job Description
Public Trust Eligibility Required
About Aretum
Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.
Job Summary The ArchivesSpace Developer - Junior will be part of a team executing requirements related to ArchivesSpace implementation and configuration. The team will have the technical skills and experience necessary to perform the tasks to support the client, as well as knowledge of Archival management systems such as ArchivesSpace.
Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
Conducting detailed analyses of defined application specifications, designing complex solutions, and writing code/configuring software to implement those solutions
Preparing associated technical documentation, block diagrams, and logic flowcharts
Preparing sample test data, conducting testing, and analyzing test results
Recommending strategies for debugging program errors and independently performing complex software development tasks
Experience with ArchivesSpace (or other open-source content and metadata management platforms)
2+ years of experience with the following tech stack: Java, JRuby, Ruby on Rails, Solr
2+ years of experience with MySQL database (or other relational database)
2+ years of experience with HTML5 / CSS3
Associate degree (or 2 additional years of experience)
Proficiency with XML/JSON/EAD – structure markup languages
Experience with Agile Methodology
GitHub/GitLab experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related scientific or technical disciplines
- Government Contracting Experience
- Knowledge of Scrum Agile development methodologies
- Experience creating a custom website presence
- Familiarity and experience with WCAG accessibility standards and Section 508 compliance
- Experience with IT security
Travel Requirements
This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.
EEO Statement
Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
U.S. Work Authorization
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements. Sponsorship is not available.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
