Lead Software Developer

Overview In this role you will help deliver the Alaska Automation Capability (AAC), a cloud-based, safety-critical flight services platform for FAA modernization. You will work in aScaled Agile environment with cross-functional teams to design and implement containerized software that integrates legacy aviation systems with modern cloud-native capabilities. You’ll influence technical execution, write tests, and troubleshoot in regulated environments, enabling scalable, secure operations for remote Alaska contexts. This position offers a mission-driven challenge at the intersection of aviation, cloud, and safety-critical software. ResponsibilitiesDevelop software individually and as part of a team in an Agile environmentDesign and implement solutions for complex issuesParticipate in daily stand-ups, Release Planning and related team activitiesWrite and execute unit and functional testsTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues in lab and operational environmentsProvide support to systems engineering, test engineering, and system owner teams Key requirementsBachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 4-8 years of experience or Master’s degree with 2-6 years of experienceSignificant experience with JavaSignificant experience with ReactExperience with Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Experience with unit testing tools (JUnit, Mockito)Experience with RESTful API, JSON, XML, XSDExperience with Spring Framework, Spring Security, Spring BootExperience with LinuxExperience with version control systems (Git or Subversion)Experience with common development tools/IDEs (Eclipse, VS Code)Experience with AI-assisted software development workflows/tools (Claude Code, Codex)Experience with Cloud-based systemsExperience working within Agile environmentUnderstanding of sound software development principlesAbility to plan and prioritize tasks and communicate effectivelyIndependent, high-quality work in fast-moving environmentsAbility to obtain SF-85 Public Trust suitabilityUS citizenship requiredEffective verbal and written communicationIndependent thinkerAbility to work in fast-moving, regulated environmentsJavaReactHTML