Software Engineer (SWE) - Skill Level 2LocationSome telework available, role is however mainly on site in Annapolis Junction MD
What You'll DoAs a Software Engineer at CTRL+, you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance web applications and services. You'll collaborate closely with analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders to deliver scalable, user-centered solutions.
- Design and implement high-performance, web-based graph visualization interfaces capable of rendering and interacting with large-scale datasets (thousands of nodes and edges) while maintaining responsiveness and usability
- Build clean, reusable, and scalable frontend code using ReactJS, informed by user research, wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and user stories
- Develop and maintain scalable server-side applications and microservices using Node.js and Express.js
- Design, implement, and consume well-structured, secure, and documented RESTful APIs
- Write and maintain automated JavaScript tests using ESLint and Jest
- Manage version control, CI/CD pipelines, and project workflows using GitLab
- Debug existing software, correct defects, and integrate solutions into new or modified systems
- Develop and implement algorithms that meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
- Analyze systems flow, data usage, and work processes to investigate and resolve problem areas
- Write and review software and system documentation; recommend improvements to development process standards
- Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components and perform quality control on team deliverables
- Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met
- Operate effectively within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) environment
- Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership and mission stakeholders
- Deliver compelling product demonstrations and author accurate, concise project updates
What You Bring- Proven experience designing and building large-scale graph visualization interfaces for the web
- Strong UI development skills with ReactJS
- Solid experience with Node.js and Express.js for server-side development
- Demonstrated ability to design and consume RESTful APIs
- Proficiency with GitLab for version control, CI/CD, and project management
- Working knowledge of Section 508 / WCAG accessibility standards and implementation
- Familiarity with containers (Docker) and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes (CK8S and Helm)
- Ability to work independently on a small team, manage timelines, and solve problems proactively with minimal supervision
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- 20 YOE REQUIRED
Nice to Have- Scrum Lead experience and/or certification
- Familiarity with the following Node.js and ReactJS packages: Babel, nwsapi, Winston, Graphology, AG Grid, and Sigma
Compensation$252,000 - $296,000 | Salary commensurate with experience
