Software Developer

About the role

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

About the role

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Software Developer I to join our team! In this role you will get to work on a set of user productivity tools for a sophisticated Modeling & Simulation environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop desktop applications that operate inside Electron, using React for the GUI and connecting the GUI via Typescript to the underlying C++ server inside the application
• Work as a full-stack developer on a browser-based data analysis tool, with a front-end written in React, server written in Python (Django), and backend in a SQL database (SQLite, MariaDB, possibly others)
• Implement GUI designs from the Product Designer using React (you're not expected to know how to make the GUI pretty or intuitive - you just need to know how to implement the designs that you're given)
• Correctly maintain separation of concerns between different aspects of the applications (i.e., know how to separate GUI code from underlying logic)
• Develop code that within the risk management framework (RMF) and that adheres to all RMF requirements
• Implement testable code and develop unit and integration tests that run within our Continuous Integration pipelines
• Support the customer on-site at Redstone Arsenal as needed, including operating the software in a staff-augmentation function to the analysis team when required

Required Clearance

• Must be a US Citizen eligible for a TS/SCI Clearance
• You will be required to pass a polygraph

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 2+ years of experience, OR Master's degree in Computer Science or related with 0+ years of experience
• Comfortable developing in C++ and Python
• Solid fundamentals in Object Oriented Programming and memory management
• A growth mindset. You're not expected to know our full tech stack on day 1 or be an expert in all programming languages. You will be expected to learn the things you don't know and grow

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience developing in React
• Experience with Flask
• Experience with relational databases

Security Clearance Requirement

• A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.
• This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range

$86,700.00 - $151,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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