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K ’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. Why Join Us? • Innovative Projects: K ’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions. • Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace. • Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense. This is a contingent position based upon contract award Position Summary: Seeking a talented and innovative Software Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that support USSTRATCOM strategic weapon system planning programs and emerging commercial systems. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-quality software that enhances system performance, survivability, and cybersecurity. Key Responsibilities: • Full Life Cycle Software Development: All aspects of the software development life-cycle including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding, and automated testing within an Agile and CI/CD model. • Technical Leadership: Serve as a technical lead on complex mission planning projects. • Technical Design: Develop the best technical design and approach for new product development. • Communication: Communicate progress to project managers, including identifying risks, opportunities, and dependencies. • Team Leadership: Ensure team adheres to Agile processes and software engineering best practices. • Utilize Modern Tools: Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug mission critical software source code using modern software development languages and tools. • Use Agile Development Tools: Use Agile development tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket/Git to manage work and collaborate with PMO. • Documentation Support: Support creation and updating of all relevant documentation and specifications for design, development, and testing. • Location: On-site. • Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%. • Working Hours: Standard. Qualifications: Required: • Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility. • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of experience or in lieu of degree, equivalent years of relevant experience. • Containerization Tech: Experience with containerization technology (Docker, Podman). • Web Application Technology Proficiency: Proficiency with Apache Tomcat, JBoss, etc. • Delivery Experience: Experience delivering an entire piece of a system or application. • Technical Lead Experience: Experience serving as a technical lead - Deep understanding of software design patterns. • Agile Development Knowledge: Knowledge of Agile Development methodologies. • Experience with the following: • A version control system (e.g., Git). • An issue/problem tracking system (e.g., Jira). • Operating Systems Proficiency: Proficiency with multiple operating systems (Mac OSX, Windows, LINUX, etc.). • Relational Database Management System Expertise: Proficiency with at least one Relational Database Management System (Oracle, MySQL, Postgre SQL, SQL Server, etc.). • Microsoft Office Proficiency: Proficiency with MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Visio, & PowerPoint) and ability to express and explain ideas to others. • Applied Experience: Hands-on experience with AI/ML technologies. • Thorough Experience: Extensive experience with process/workflow automation. • Familiarity: Strong familiarity with Python. • Understanding: Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure). • Process Experience: Familiarity with USSTRATCOM Nuclear Planning process. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at K . Let's shape the future together. K offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability #J-18808-Ljbffr

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