Technical Project Manager & Solution Architect (Software & RFID) Part-Time Contract (1099)

Position Overview - 6‑month initial contract with extension potential We are a 15-year RFID and sensor-based systems provider supporting State Agencies, Federal government programs, and commercial enterprises. Our U.S. team delivers mission‑critical visibility solutions across regulated environments. We are seeking a hands-on Technical Project Manager / Developer based in the MD/DC/VA region for a part-time 1099 contract (20-24 hours/week). Our core software platform is already fully developed. Your role is to serve as the client-facing technical lead for new and ongoing State Agency contracts, Federal deployments, and multi-site operational rollouts including scoping requirements, writing targeted code modifications, and integrating RFID hardware on-site. This hybrid role requires an excellent communicator who can confidently manage government stakeholders, execute code changes, and attend frequent on-site meetings throughout the DMV region. Type: 1099 Independent Contractor Hours: 20 hrs./week (flexible; aligned with East Coast business hours) Location: Remote + On-Site (Must reside in MD, DC, or VA) Duration: 6‑month initial contract with strong extension potential through additional State and Federal contract awards Rate: $75–$115/hr. (based on coding depth + RFID integration experience) Key Responsibilities Government-Facing Technical Lead: Serve as a primary technical interface for State Agencies and Federal government clients . Lead requirement sessions, technical briefings, and recurring on-site meetings across the MD/DC/VA region. Support secondary clients as needed. Hands-On Coding & Customization: Write clean, production-ready code modifications within our established application. Implement feature adjustments, custom logic, and API-level changes based on agency requirements. RFID Hardware & Software Integration: Configure, test, and validate how our software interacts with active/passive RFID readers, tags, sensors, and physical infrastructure within government facilities. Deployment Ownership: Manage end-to-end delivery - testing, validation, documentation, and adherence to State and Federal deployment protocols. Required Qualifications Local Residency : Must live in MD, DC, or VA with reliable transportation for regular on-site meetings as needed. Clearance Eligibility : No active clearance required. Coding Experience: 3+ years professional development experience. Must be comfortable modifying an existing production codebase using an LLRP‑centric tech stack including C/C++, C#/.NET, Java, Python, embedded Linux/Yocto, Dockerized middleware, and TCP/IP communication with RFID hardware (LLRP, EPC Gen2, MQTT/REST APIs). Government & Client-Facing Experience : 3+ years in a consultant, solution architect, or technical account manager role. Must be confident leading high-stakes meetings with State and Federal stakeholders. RFID/IoT Integration Experience : Practical experience integrating software with RFID systems, IoT sensors, or physical tracking technologies. How to Apply Please provide: A brief summary of your experience with the above tech stack and a past RFID/IoT client project. Confirmation that you reside in MD/DC/VA, can attend customer on-site meetings as needed. Your hourly rate (within the posted range) and weekly availability for the next 6 months. Pay: $6,200.00 - $9,200.00 per month Benefits: Flexible schedule Application Question(s): Describe your experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, or supporting RFID, BLE, networking, wireless, or industrial technology systems. Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: RFID/BLE: 3 years (Preferred) Location: Frederick, MD 21703 (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Frederick, MD 21703

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