Software Engineer (Mid & Senior)
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Description
About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Requisition #: 1825
Job Title: Software Engineer II
Location: Remote, United States
Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
Requisition #: 1826
Job Title: Software Engineer III
Location: Remote, United States
Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
Job Description
Agile Defense is seeking 2 skilled and driven Software Engineers to join our dynamic team. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and optimization of software systems that drive mission-critical outcomes for our clients. This role demands a technical expert eager to innovate, solve complex problems, and deliver high-quality software solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Job duties & responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and implement software solutions aligned with client requirements and organizational standards.
- Optimize existing systems and code bases for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to deliver robust and innovative software solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and user experience.
- Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and secure coding standards.
- Contribute to system architecture discussions and recommend improvements or enhancements.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Actively participate in Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Education & Years of Experience
Software Engineer II Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in software engineering.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.
Software Engineer III Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 5–8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including leading technical initiatives or feature teams.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.
Required Skills
Software Engineer II
- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and JavaScript.
- Hands-on experience with frameworks and tools such as React, Angular, Spring Boot, or similar technologies.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and associated tools.
- Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid understanding of Agile development practices and methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Software Engineer III
- Proven experience architecting and delivering production-grade applications and RESTful services.
- Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language and framework (e.g., Java/Spring Boot, Node.js/NestJS) and familiarity with frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue).
- Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization.
- Expertise in software security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, authN/authZ (e.g., OAuth2/JWT), and secrets management.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containers (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (unit, integration, contract), and infrastructure-as-code.
- Excellent communication skills; able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
Software Engineer II
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience working with database systems (SQL and NoSQL).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.
Software Engineer III
- Experience with microservices architecture, event-driven systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and API-first design (OpenAPI/Swagger).
- Knowledge of distributed systems patterns (circuit breakers, retries, idempotency) and caching (Redis).
- Experience with observability stacks (Prometheus/Grafana, ELK/Elastic, OpenTelemetry, Jaeger/Zipkin).
- Familiarity with domain-driven design, clean/hexagonal architecture, and design patterns.
- Background in regulated or high-security environments; familiarity with compliance frameworks.
- Contributions to engineering standards, internal platforms, or developer experience initiatives.
Our Core Values
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.
- Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
- Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
- Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
- Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
- Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
- Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Skills
- Agile
- Angular
- API
- AWS
- Azure
- CI/CD
- Cloud
- Containerization
- Cybersecurity
- Data Modeling
- Design Patterns
- Developer Experience
- Distributed Systems
- Docker
- Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
- ELK
- Event Driven Architecture
- GCP
- Git
- Grafana
- Hexagonal Architecture
- Infrastructure as Code
- Java
- JavaScript
- JWT
- Kafka
- Kubernetes
- Microservices
- NestJS
- Node.js
- NoSQL
- OAuth
- Observability
- OpenAPI
- OpenTelemetry
- OWASP
- Prometheus
- RabbitMQ
- React
- Redis
- REST
- Secrets Management
- Secure Coding
- Spring
- SQL
- Swagger
- Test Automation
- Version Control
- Vue
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- Do you have a Department of Defense (DOD) Recognized Security Clearance?
- What level of DOD clearance do you have?
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?
- Are you open to relocating for this position, or another position with Agile Defense?
- Are you a current employee of Agile Defense or any of its subsidiaries, affiliates, or acquired companies?
- Have you ever been employed by Agile Defense or any of its subsidiaries, affiliates, or acquired companies?
- How did you hear about us?
- Do you have a higher education degree?
- What is your highest level of education?
- Do you have any active industry related certifications?
- Are you a current or former U.S. Government employee or U.S. armed forces?
- Are you currently subject to any post-employment obligations from a current or former employer that could restrict your ability to perform this role if hired?
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