Software Engineer- Application Development

Summary

Noctua Technology, LLC specializes in modern, cloud-native software development and application solutions. The Application Development Engineer will help design and build user-centric full-stack web applications, implement cloud-native services, support testing and optimization, collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients, and contribute to continuous learning and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of both the front-end (user interface) and back-end (server-side) of web applications or software
• Implement visually appealing and user-friendly web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as directed
• Ensure seamless user experiences across various devices by implementing responsive design principles
• Collaborate with UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into interactive and visually appealing interfaces
• Assist in building and maintaining databases and API (Application Programming Interfaces) microservices
• Implement microservices and serverless solutions under senior guidance, adhering to cloud-native best practices for scalability, resilience, and high availability
• Assist in designing, building, and maintaining Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to automate application deployment and testing
• Utilize and manage containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, for application deployment
• Utilize existing monitoring, logging, and tracing frameworks to ensure the operational health and performance of cloud applications
• Test and optimize web applications for cross-browser compatibility, ensuring consistent performance across different browsers
• Apply best practices for front-end performance optimization to enhance website speed and responsiveness
• Test and optimize API microservices to support horizontal scalability and load testing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, domain experts, and business analysts, to understand requirements and implement solutions
• Create and maintain documentation for source code and ensure knowledge is shared within the team
• Participate in training sessions and knowledge transfer activities for clients
• Act on client feedback constructively to improve services and outcomes
• Continuously seek ways to enhance the overall customer experience
• Stay updated on the latest developments in cloud infrastructure and technology trends
• Support innovation by assisting in the implementation of new techniques and technologies

Skills

• Candidates must be based in San Diego, CA or DC Metro Area for proximity to project and client teams
• Applicants must be US citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance or above
• 1-3 years of experience in application development with a strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and coding best practices
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Javascript, Python, or others relevant to application development
• Experience with front-end web technologies such as Node.js, Angular, or React
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Strong software engineering skills with an emphasis on writing clean, modular, and maintainable code
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Candidates must be based in San Diego, CA or DC Metro Area for proximity to project and client teams
• Applicants must be US citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance or above
• 1-3 years of experience in application development with a strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and coding best practices
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Javascript, Python, or others relevant to application development
• Experience with front-end web technologies such as Node.js, Angular, or React
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Strong software engineering skills with an emphasis on writing clean, modular, and maintainable code
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Benefits

• Primarily Remote