Software Developer

Job Description

Job Description

This job may be filled as a Software Developer Level 2 or 3, Depending on Experience

The Software Developer is responsible for supporting development efforts supporting the H10 & H60 department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organizations goals by operating in key development role with design, peer review, coding, and troubleshooting support. This position will directly impact warfighter technologies that represent the intersection of autonomy, artificial intelligence, robotics and unmanned systems that are empowered by the application of intelligent automation systems to defeat enemy threats and technologies.

CORE FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES

LEVEL 2

Able to perform the following with supervision:

Designing, coding, and testing software applications.

Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and contribute to development efforts.

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback to improve code quality.

Debug and fix minor software issues.

Learn and adapt to new technologies and programming languages as needed.

Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of existing software systems.

Participate in Agile methodologies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.

Attend and actively participate in team meetings and training sessions.

LEVEL 3

Able to perform the following independently, under minimum supervision:

Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions that meet project requirements and best practices.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project needs and implement effective solutions.

Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using program preferred languages.

Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and enhance team skills.

Analyze and optimize database performance, including designing schemas and writing efficient queries.

Implement and integrate APIs, including authentication and authorization mechanisms.

Contribute to the entire software development life cycle, from requirement gathering to maintenance.

Troubleshoot and debug software issues.

Participate in Agile methodologies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.

BASIC SKILLS

LEVEL 2

Two (2) to three (3) years of experience and basic knowledge of the following:

Programming languages: Java, JavaScript, C++, C, Typescript, and/or Rust

Data structures and algorithms

Version control systems: GIT

Database technologies

Software development methodologies: Agile

Testing procedures and debugging techniques: Eclipse and Visual Studio Code

Software security principle

Technical Documentation

Hardware Integration into a Software Application

LEVEL 3

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience and possess a deep understanding of:

Programming languages: Java, JavaScript, C++, C, Typescript, and/or Rust

Data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns

Version control systems: GIT

Testing procedures and debugging techniques: Eclipse and Visual Studio Code

Agile development methodologies

Database technologies and ORM techniques

Front-end technologies and relevant frameworks

Cloud platforms

Containerization and microservices architecture

Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and DevOps practices

Software security principles and best practices

Technical Documentation

Hardware Integration into a Software Application

EDUCATION

BS in relevant STEM degree Required

CERTIFICATIONS

Relevant Software Development Certification Required, in lieu of BS STEM Degree

PAY RANGE

$95,000.00 to $145,000.00 annually, DOE

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job is expected to work 100% on site

May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs

Frequent use of keyboard and typing

Frequent sitting and standing

Travel one to two weeks annually

WORK SCHEDULE

STD 80

Must have ability to work within company and customer schedule requirements which may vary depending on criticality and necessity of a given task.

The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements

U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret with the ability to obtain TS/SCI

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer