Software Engineer

Description

Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and integrating software solutions to support our customers. The main role of the Software Engineer is to build high-quality, innovative, and performant software that complies with coding standards and technical design.

Software Engineer responsibilities include gathering user requirements, defining system functionality, writing code in various languages (such as Java, JavaScript, Python & C++), and verifying software functionality through testing. The ideal candidate is familiar with the software development life cycle (SDLC) from preliminary system analysis to tests and deployment.

Responsibilities Include

Design, implement, and test software using multiple languages and technology stacks

Explore and prototype next-generation solutions using artificial intelligence/machine learning, distributed processing, and modeling

Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for software systems

Participate and providing feedback in design reviews and code reviews

Integrate software components into complex software environments

Support test and integration activities in IDT labs, as well as on-site customer labs

Contribute to the Automated Test and Re-Test (ATRT) product suite

Develop software interfaces to communicate across network protocols such as REST, DDS, ActiveMG, Kafka

Implement visualizations to support analytic results

Prepare, track, and deliver contractual deliverables

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or related field

Minimum of 3 years' of relevant experience required

Able to work on-site in Arlington, VA

Required Skills

Ability to develop software in Java, JavaScript, Python or C++ (among other programming languages)

Experience with relational databases such as SQL, Postgres databases like MongoDB.

Ability to decompose and document requirements and specifications

Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures and software design patterns

Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle

Understanding of object-oriented programming

Proficiency working with version control software like Git, SVN and software development environments

Experience with software testing and configuration management

Ability to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision

Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity

Ability to work on-site with potential hybrid flexibility

Ability to travel approximately 25%

Skills & Qualifications:

Preferred Skills

Development, system integration and test experience for complex software applications

Experience with testing software and test automation

Working knowledge of message queuing, stream processing, and highly scalable 'big data' stores

Experience supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment

Experience with containerized deployment technologies (Kubernetes, Openshift, Docker etc.)

Proficiency working with different SW development tools such as Jenkins, Maven, Gradle, Nexus, & NPM

Experience with creating and configuring Virtual Machines (VMware, VirtualBox, etc.)

Experience with basic network concepts like VLANs, IP addressing schemes, and static routing

Experience developing web user interfaces using React, Angular, and plain JavaScript

Competencies

Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive

Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations

Excellence in oral, written, and technical communication with peers and non-technical cohorts

Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork

Strong organization and planning skills

Attention to detail

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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