Software Engineer

Description:

Security Clearance: Secret (active)

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Software Developer to join our team, supporting Army stakeholders in creating and refining advanced software solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in software development, user feedback incorporation, and the ability to transition prototypes into fully deployed systems. This role involves close collaboration with government leadership, technical teams, vendors, and end-users to ensure that the evolving needs of different communities are met with high-quality, secure, and performant software.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident with an active Secret clearance.

Rate: $60 - $80 / hr. w2

• Develop new software solutions in response to changing user needs, integrating emerging technologies, protocols, and data sources.
• Work closely with various Army stakeholders to understand the specific requirements of different communities and produce user-friendly tools.
• Continuously gather and incorporate user feedback to enhance and evolve software capabilities over time.
• Create secure and high-performance software prototypes, ensuring smooth transitions into full deployment environments.
• Collaborate effectively across multiple teams, including government leadership, technical engineers, vendors, and end-users (virtually and in-person).
• Ensure that all software development processes, from testing and documentation to deployment, follow best practices.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, or similar.
• Experience with REST, Open API, and service architecture.
• Experience with databases, virtualization, and container technologies.
• Knowledge of Linux scripting frameworks and implementation practices.
• Experience with version control systems, including Git or similar platforms.
• Strong conceptual understanding of software development processes, including test-driven development and operational feedback loops.
• Experience developing solutions using C, C++, JavaScript, and other web technologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft PowerShell and group policy implementation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present data findings and recommendations to senior leadership across the organization.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in working within defense or government-related software projects.
• Experience working in Agile or similar project management methodologies.
• Understanding of security protocols and compliance within the military or defense sectors.

Bachelor's Degree of relevant experience in a related field

(Alternatively, a BS can be substituted with an additional years of related experience in tactical network support functions or similar.)