Software Engineer II

About the role

We are seeking a Software Engineer II to support the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of systems in support of Command & Control (C2) Operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with military C4I systems and secure operational networks. They must have the ability to work independently and have a demonstrated ability to collaborate with a cross-functional team. This role requires the capability to support complex networking efforts independently, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness in addressing challenging technical issues.

About the role

• Research, design, and implement innovative technologies for automating, integrating, and delivering containerized web applications and services for the Department of Defense (DoD) in an orchestrated and controlled manner.
• Day-to-day efforts include working with highly talented professionals and subject matter experts to design, implement, and sustain mission-critical software systems that provide US Navy warfighters with the tools and resources for successfully planning and executing missions.
• The ideal candidate would, along with regular tasking, research and proactively propose solutions that meet the demands of the warfighter. There are always new problems to solve and new, innovative ways to solve them!

Required Qualifications

• Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance OR can obtain one (process is facilitated through the company upon hire; to learn more about the security clearance process, please access this link).
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or other STEM field and four (4) years relevant work experience, or 8 years relevant experience with:
• Writing backend web applications with one or more object-oriented programming languages (e.g. Java, C++) OR experience writing rich frontend applications with one or more JavaScript UI frameworks (e.g. React, Vue)
• o Type-sensitive data models
• o Unit testing frameworks
• o Standards-based REST API design, implementation, or consumption
• o Software build dependency management principles and tools
• Enthusiasm and passion for delivering high-quality code

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing and testing containerized backend microservices developed using the Java Quarkus Runtime
• Experience developing React applications that use Redux for global state management
• Experience implementing or consuming relational databases (e.g. Postgres, MySQL)
• Experience with implementing/integrating applications to use OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect (OIDC)
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, or Helm.
• Experience designing, implementing, and consuming asynchronous APIs (e.g. WebSockets, SSEs, Apache Kafka)
• Experience with AI-assisted Agentic software development
• U.S Navy Command and Control (C2) domain knowledge
• Ability to multi-task, be proactive, and thrive in a dynamic environment

Clearance Requirements

Some positions will require access to U.S. National Security information. Positions that require this access will be required to receive and maintain a U.S. government personnel security clearance (PCL). In order to qualify for this position, the candidate must be a US Citizen and either currently possess this National Security eligibility or be able to complete the investigation application process with a favorable determination and maintain that eligibility throughout their employment. To learn more about the security clearance process please access this link.

Pay Scales & Benefits

The listed pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this position for the location for which it has been posted and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Other compensation considerations may include, but are not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other applicable factors.

Benefits include

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Optional HSA and FSA
• Base and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Program