Junior Software Engineer (Integration)

Junior Software EngineerEverforth ECS is seeking an innovative and articulate software engineer to support the execution of a variety of projects including artificial intelligence/machine learning and big data/cloud solutions. This position requires strong technical skills in software development and enterprise application integration. You will work closely with the technical team to develop, test, deploy, and maintain solutions in an agile environment, promoting excellence in collaboration and customer service. You should expect a fast-paced, multidisciplinary-team environment with tight deadlines.Job responsibilities include:Develop software solutions by conferring with stakeholders, studying information needs, and analyzing system flow, data usage, and work processes.Determine operational feasibility by evaluating problem definition and requirements, third-party analysis, and proposed solutions.Estimate and meet timelines, working both independently and as a member of the larger team.Brief stakeholders by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.Improve operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes to processes.Develop software application tests and testing strategies to improve product development and deployed operations.Develop scripting solutions which automate manual processes to support throughput demands.Embrace challenges with enthusiasm to develop imaginative solutions to unique operational problems.Ability to work in person a minimum of 3 days per week.About Everforth ECS:We are a rapidly growing company that considers our employees and teams to be our most important assets. Our team environment provides opportunities for growth to individuals who are motivated to excel. We are situated in Merrifield, VA with a customer location in Springfield, VA and offer a flexible work schedule to facilitate some of the most interesting and advanced IT business in the DC area. Our growing program works with forward-leaning technologies and thought/action leaders within the AI/ML domain. As expected, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits.Bachelor's degree in computer science or related IT field, or equivalent experienceUS citizenship with ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance1-3+ years of experience designing, coding, deploying, and supporting enterprise-level systemsProficiency with multiple programming languages such as C++, Python, and JavaScriptStrong analytical and reasoning skills with an ability to visualize processes and anticipate outcomesExperience with brownfield applications, identifying opportunities for improvement and designing/implementing new featuresExperience with DevSecOps frameworks (e.g. GitLab, Jira)Experience developing architecture/system diagrams and data flow diagramsExperience with containerization/orchestration technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, OpenShift)Experience with Linux command-line interface (CLI) including scriptingExperience working in an agile environment (e.g. work breakdown/refinement, ongoing task updates)Excellent communication/presentation skills to make recommendations to stakeholders with varying degrees of technical awarenessAbility to quickly grasp and leverage new technologiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to travel (less than 10%) to mostly CONUS locations