Software Engineer II

Summary

Agile Defense is seeking a Software Engineer II to support mission-critical software development and optimization. The role will design, implement, test, troubleshoot, and improve scalable software systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in Agile development practices.

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

Skills

• Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
• 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
• 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
• 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

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance
• 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
• 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

Nice to Haves

• 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

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement