Data Acquisition Software Engineer LD

Northstrat is seeking a highly motivated Data Acquisition Software Engineer who will play a critical role in ensuring the successful acquisition and management of mission-critical and mission support data sets. You will work closely with our team of experts to design and implement data solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients in the military space. Whether you have experience as a developer, analyst, or engineer, we want to hear from you. Your expertise in this area will be invaluable as we work to provide our clients with the highest quality data solutions possible. The successful candidate will have an understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles, as well as experience working with large and complex data sets. They will work closely with our engineers to build and optimize our data pipeline and analytics systems. As a hybrid role, this position will require some on-site work, but you will also have some flexibility to work remotely.

You will be part of a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to delivering exceptional results. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Essential Job Responsibilities

· Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing Java based software capabilities.

· Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing skills.

· Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.

· Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with our talented team.

· Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a current U.S. Government Secret level security clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

• At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Spring, Guava) and a Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

• Experience in designing enterprise APIs

• Experience in RESTful web services

• Experience in Microservices architecture

• Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigms

• Experience with the agile software lifecycle

• Must have a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting

• Experience with the Linux operating system

• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven)

• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2-3 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.

• DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification is required.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure).

• Experience in distributed databases, NoSQL databases, full text-search engines (e.g. Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Solr)

• Scripting experience is a huge plus.

• Prior experience or familiarity with our Big Data Platform is a plus.

• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, GitHub Enterprise, etc.)

• Experience using Jupiter notebooks is a plus

• Open to travel CONUS or OCONUS, if requested by the customer

Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.  

Flex Time

Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a lon