Software Developer

Position Summary

Capable of creating programs, functions, and capabilities by writing code in a variety of computer languages including C#, C++, VS Code, PowerShell and Bash.

Experience with and Python is very helpful. The developer can perform in a Development Operations environment (DEVOPS) and apply Agile methodology and configuration management principles under the direction of a software engineer or architect.

Because the developer will work on DoD software, cyber certifications are required, including Security+, CISSP, or CASP+ and a Computing Environment (CE) certification, .

Microsoft Server or Redhat Linux. This Software Developer will directly support software activities with cutting-edge technology for our DOD customer, PEOC3T at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to :

• Receive guidance from the Lead Software Developer and / or Scrum Master, developing automated software solutions.
• Use Jira to facilitate Agile methods such as taking ownership of user stories, tasks, or bugs and developing solutions tailored to emergent problems.
• Use Gitlabs / GitHub to fetch, pull, and push code changes to / from the repository. All code changes MUST be justified by Jira issues and tested thoroughly before committed.
• Test code changes locally (self-developed unit tests) and pass to fellow developers for peer testing. Once unit and peer testing is complete, pass to engineer for system and end-to-end testing.
• Maintain development and testing equipment to ensure the most thorough tests can be achieved.
• Contact engineers and products leads either face-to-face or by chat / teams in order to ensure your developed solution matches their expectations.
• Be prepared to brief status of current tasks with the Scrum Master at any time.
• Research existing or novel methods for different approaches to solutions.
• Keep up to date with C#, PowerShell, .NET, Bash skills, striving to achieve expert-level.
• Use effective troubleshooting techniques to solve emergent bugs as it pertains to software developed by any member of the team.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• 4+ years’ experience with PowerShell and module ecosystem
• 3+ years’ experience with Bash, C# and .NET
• 2+ years’ experience with SQL
• 5+ years’ experience with Microsoft Windows Server (Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, User Management, Replication of Sites & Services)
• 3+ years’ experience with Linux (bash, user, service and file management)
• 4+ years’ experience with VSCode, Notepad++, Atom, or any other integrated development environment.
• 4+ years’ experience with VMWare ESXI hypervisor (Automating with PowerCLI, PortGroups, VSwitches, Data Storage)
• 3+ years’ experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) and their effects on lab systems

Education / Certifications

• Education : . Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering (Could be waived for relevant experience)
• BS or min of 10 years of direct relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years in the Department of Defense contracting market of major weapon systems product development and acquisitions.
• Certification : DoD IAT Level II Certifications (Security+)

Clearance

Must have an active SECRET security clearance

Desired Requirements

• Proficiency with VMWare ESXi
• Proficiency with MS Windows Server
• Experience with Agile Software Development
• Experience with Army tactical communications systems (WIN-T Inc1, Inc2, NITE, baseband, transport, switches, routers, servers, ethernet and fiber optic standards, Network Modernization systems and commercial wireless products used by Army tactical systems)
• Quick learner, creative, analytical thinker, resourceful, and able to work with a team or independently.
• Troubleshooting problems by logically isolating the root cause
5 days ago