Journeyman Software Engineer

SimVentions, Inc•Dahlgren, VA

3d•$92,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

SimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are seeking an experienced Software Developer to create solutions and tools for automated testing and data mining in support of the Softkill Coordination Subsystem (SKCS) program. As part of a Scrum team, you will be performing software design, implementation, and test, documentation, and defect analysis, as well as CI/CD pipeline development. This is a journeyman level position requiring a minimum of 5 years of professional experience. Must be willing to work on-site at Dahlgren Naval Base 5 days/week. A Secret Clearance will be required for this position. Candidates must be a US Citizen and hold a DoD Clearance or be Clearance eligible for consideration. Travel Negligible Clearance An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Requirements

Technical Skills:
Programming Languages and Frameworks:
Proficiency in Python and experience with automated testing frameworks
Experience with C++ and object oriented design principles.
Data Reduction Techniques
Experience with manipulating output text and binary data for automated and manual analysis
Version Control and CI/CD
Git and GitLab
Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and practices.
General Skills:
Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders
Teamwork: A collaborative spirit and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Attention to Detail: A passion for quality and an eye for detail in all aspects of development
A Bachelors degree in a STEM field is required.
An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

Nice To Haves

Expirence with:
Automated testing frameworks
Redhat Linux
Docker containers
Jenkins

Responsibilities

Test Tool Development: Design, code, and implement scripts and applications for creating simulated data and message injection using Python/C++
Code Review and Analysis: Ability to understand existing tactical software implemented in C++
Enable automated analysis of manual regression tests using collected data (in the form of raw binary data or human readable logs)
Tactical Software Development:
CI/CD and DevOps: Engage in our DevSecOps pipeline to encorporate previous manual tests as repeatable automated tests
Consolidate repeatable tests within a testing framework for configuration management, extensibility, repeatability, maintainability of tests as well as to aid in report generation
Code Management: Use Git for local development and GitLab for configuration management, including handling merge requests and maintaining code repositories
Agile and Project Management: Participate in our agile development process, using JIRA for ticket management and Confluence for documentation

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive 401(k) programs
Retirement and Financial Counselors
Health Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life insurance, short- & long-term disability
Continuing Education Assistance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)
Third Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling
Supplemental Benefit Program
Employee Ownership: Work with the best and help build YOUR company!
Family focus: Work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.
Culture: Add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
Dress code: Business casual, we like to be comfortable while we work.
Resources: Excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.
Open communication: Work in an environment where your voice matters.
Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
Employee Appreciation: Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team: Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
Food: We have a lot of food around here!