Software Developer

The Software Developer is responsible for supporting development efforts supporting the H10 & H60 department at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. They will play a supporting role in achieving the organizations goals by operating in key development role with design, peer review, coding, and troubleshooting support. This position will directly impact warfighter technologies that represent the intersection of autonomy, artificial intelligence, robotics and unmanned systems that are empowered by the application of intelligent automation systems to defeat enemy threats and technologies.Core Functions/Job DutiesAble to perform the following independently, under minimum supervision:Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions that meet project requirements and best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project needs and implement effective solutions.Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using program preferred languages.Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and enhance team skills.Analyze and optimize database performance, including designing schemas and writing efficient queries.Implement and integrate APIs, including authentication and authorization mechanisms.Contribute to the entire software development life cycle, from requirement gathering to maintenance.Troubleshoot and debug software issues.Participate in Agile methodologies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.Basic SkillsFive plus (5+) years of experience and possess a deep understanding of:Programming languages: Java, JavaScript, C++, C, Typescript, and/or RustData structures, algorithms, and software design patternsVersion control systems: GITTesting procedures and debugging techniques: Eclipse and Visual Studio CodeAgile development methodologiesDatabase technologies and ORM techniquesFront-end technologies and relevant frameworksCloud platformsContainerization and microservices architectureContinuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and DevOps practicesSoftware security principles and best practicesTechnical DocumentationHardware Integration into a Software ApplicationEDUCATIONBS in relevant STEM degree RequiredCERTIFICATIONSRelevant Software Development Certification Required, in lieu of BS STEM DegreePAY RANGE$95,000.00 to $145,000.00 annually, DOEPhysical RequirementsThis job is expected to work 100% on siteMay be expected to lift up to 25 lbsFrequent use of keyboard and typingFrequent sitting and standingTravel one to two weeks annuallyWORK SCHEDULESTD 80Must have ability to work within company and customer schedule requirements which may vary depending on criticality and necessity of a given task.The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirementsU.s. Citizenship Is RequiredSECURITY CLEARANCE: Secret with the ability to obtain TS/SCICandidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran EmployerSalary: $95000 - $145000 per yearJob Posted by ApplicantPro