Software Engineer (Jr- SME)

Full-time

Description

The Amivero Team

Amivero’s team of IT professionals delivers digital services that elevate the federal government, whether national security or improved government services. Our human-centered, data-driven approach is focused on truly understanding the environment and the challenge, and reimagining with our customer how outcomes can be achieved.

Our team of technologists leverage modern, agile methods to design and develop equitable, accessible, and innovative data and software services that impact hundreds of millions of people.

As a member of the Amivero team you will use your empathy for a customer’s situation, your passion for service, your energy for solutioning, and your bias towards action to bring modernization to very important, mission-critical, and public service government IT systems.

Special Requirements

• US Citizenship Required to obtain DHS Public Trust
• Active DHS Clearance (preferred)

The Gist…

The Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and deploys front-end and back-end components for enterprise applications. This role works with APIs, databases, and user interfaces to deliver functional, secure, and scalable features. Software Engineers collaborate closely with product, design, and technical teams to ensure solutions meet user needs and program objectives. You bring cross-functional expertise, combining deep specialization in a core discipline with the versatility and motivation to contribute across adjacent areas.

What Your Day Might Include…

• Design, develop, test, and deploy front-end and back-end application components.
• Integrate with APIs, databases, and external services to deliver functional and secure features.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and quality assurance activities to maintain high standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, architectural guidelines, and security best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize applications for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Document code, development processes, and implementation details for team knowledge sharing.
• Support continuous integration and deployment pipelines, ensuring automated and repeatable releases.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers (for mid to senior levels) and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.

Requirements

You’ll Bring These Qualifications…

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree with an additional three (3) or more years of relevant experience may substitute for a master’s degree.
• Experience levels range from Junior (1–3 years) to Subject Matter Expert (SME) (8+ years) in software development.
• Proficiency in React, Java, Python, and Docker; experience with other modern programming languages and frameworks is a plus.
• Strong understanding of API development and integration, databases, and UI/UX principles.
• Knowledge of Agile development practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
• Experience mentoring or guiding less experienced engineers is preferred at senior levels.
• Stay current on AI coding tools and apply them in an ethical and appropriate manner.

EOE/M/F/VET/DISABLED

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Amivero complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.