Associate Software Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)•Arlington, VA

56d•$72,000 - $114,450•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking an Associate Software Engineer to be part of our Advanced Capabilities team and based out of our Arlington, VA and Mount Laurel, NJ location. Associate Software Engineers will join our team using powerful, patented technologies to facilitate the delivery of revolutionary capabilities for our customers in the Department of Defense (DOD). These include Tactical Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, and Virtualization. Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience. This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or Math, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
0-1 years of full-time professional experience
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time as needed
Ability to develop software in Java, JavaScript, Python or C++ (among other programming languages)
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 identify and describe algorithmic complexity.

Nice To Haves

Experience with tactical DoD systems and tactical data networks
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 writing software that communicates using network protocols such as TCP/UDP, DDS, ActiveMQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ
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

Responsibilities

Develop and Design: Build, test, and refine software solutions using Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, and related technologies in a Linux environment. Translate requirements into technical specifications, develop reusable frameworks, and ensure secure, scalable solutions.
Integrate and Prototype: Perform the integration of software into complex DoD systems and support lab and customer-site testing.
Quality Assurance: Write and maintain unit, integration, and regression tests, enhance automation frameworks, and diagnose and resolve defects across environments.
Manage Risk and Security: Identify and mitigate technical and security risks through proactive testing, code reviews, and adherence to secure development practices. Participate in threat modeling sessions and follow established processes to ensure compliance with organizational and system-level standards.
Learning & Collaboration: Learn from senior engineers, participate in design/code reviews, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.