Senior Software Engineer - Weapons Planning

DS2

$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field with 15 years experience
  • Background developing mission planning applications for the Department of War (DoW)
  • Proficiency in programming with C#, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript
  • Experience with web frameworks like React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular
  • Strong software design and development skills with team coordination abilities
  • Ability to engage with team members both virtually and in-person
  • Strong time management and task prioritization skills
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, deploy, and demonstrate feature-rich applications and R&D projects
  • Work on the Next-Generation Open Mission Planning System for the DoW
  • Articulate project vision into detailed features and viable software designs
  • Develop the architectural framework for large-scale solutions
  • Learn and implement emerging technologies and programming tools

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage including STD, LTD, and AD&D
  • Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
  • Educational opportunities including tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and certification reimbursement
  • Catered tech talk lunches based on team interests
  • Community volunteer events and monthly social gatherings
Full Job Description
Are you interested in creating mission critical software to support our warfighter? Do you want to work on a team developing new and emerging technologies? Are you open to new ideas, collaborating with teammates, teaching, and learning from others? If this is the kind of person you are, DS2 invites you to apply for a spot on our team! We are looking to add a Senior Software Engineer in our Mission Planning Department.

Please Note: You must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Responsibilities - What you'll do:
  • Play a key role in designing, developing, deploying, and demonstrating feature-rich applications and R&D projects
  • Work on the Next-Generation Open Mission Planning System for the DoW
  • Articulate the long-term vision for projects and translate it into detailed features and feasible software designs
  • Develop the architectural runway necessary for large solutions
  • Learn emerging technologies and programming tools to keep you and your team as well equipped as possible

Required Qualifications - We need someone who:
  • Has a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field and 15 years of experience
  • Has background in developing mission planning applications for the DoW
  • Actively programs with one or more of the following languages: C#, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript
  • Has experience using Web frameworks such as React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular
  • Demonstrates strong fundamental skills in software design and development and the ability to coordinate the team's workflow
  • Engages with teammates, both virtually and face-to-face, to plan projects, seek out or provide help on issues, as well as present solutions to clients
  • Manages time well and can prioritize a team's tasks to ensure projects are completed on time
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Preferred Qualifications - It's even better if you:
  • Have experience developing containerized microservices in a Kubernetes environment
  • Have examples of code or applications you've built that we can check out
  • Are proficient with multiple IDEs, Languages, or Frameworks
  • Have a background taking an entire development through launch
  • Can demonstrate proficiency with AI-Assisted software development workflows
  • Received one or more Scrum, Microsoft, Google Developer certifications or any other technical certifications

Benefits - What we do for you:
  • Flexible work hours
  • Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
  • Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
  • 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
  • Educational and growth opportunities
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Student loan repayment
    • Certification reimbursement + bonuses and Learning Platform Subscriptions
    • Catered tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
    • Sponsored community and volunteer events, giving back to our community
  • Monthly office social events; game night, cook outs and office parties

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