Data/Software Engineer

Job Family:

Software Development & Support

Travel Required:

None

Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph

What You Will Do:

The developers will focus on developing graphical user interfaces and dashboards, deploying and managing applications in an AWS cloud environment, integrating new functionality with established tools through tech transfer initiatives, automating key workflows, and integrating artificial intelligence (Al) and machine learning (ML) models into our workflows. The ideal candidate will be a versatile problem-solver with a strong foundation in software development principles and a passion for building innovative solutions.

• Develop and maintain user-friendly GUls and interactive dashboards. Design, deploy, and manage applications and infrastructure in AWS. Integrate new features and functionalities into existing tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Design, implement, and maintain automated workflows to streamline processes.
• Integrate Al/ML models into existing systems to enhance functionality and improve decision-making. Monitor and optimize automated workflows and Al/ML model performance.
• Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products.
• Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements.
• Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
• Develop simple or complex data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.
• Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project.
• Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met.

 

What You Will Need:

• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a FULL SCOPE (FS/FSP) polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree; FOUR (4) years of additional SE experience may be used in lieu of bachelor's degree
• SEVEN (7)+ years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required

 

What Would Be Nice to Have:

• Experience in Python, JavaScript, Typescript
• Expert-level proficiency in at least one modern JavaScript framework. Experience with advanced UI patterns and data visualization libraries (D3.js, etc.).
• Deep understanding of AWS services and architectures. Experience designing and implementing scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions.
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, or CDK).
• Automation/Al: Expert-level Python scripting for automation. Deep experience with workflow orchestration tools. Proven ability to integrate and deploy Al/ML models into production systems. Understanding of Al/ML model training, inference, and monitoring.
• DevOps: Solid experience with Cl/CD pipelines, container orchestration (Kubernetes or ECS/EKS), and cloud monitoring tools.
• Tech Transfer: Experience integrating with existing software systems, reverse engineering APls (when necessary and legally permissible), and creating clear documentation.
• Strong leadership skills, ability to mentor junior engineers, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive,