Software Applications Developer

The Pennsylvania State University-posted 7 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Onsite • University Park, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

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We are seeking a talented, experienced, and highly-motivated Software Developer to join the Visualization and Decision Support Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will assist in providing our customers with state-of-the-art visualization and decision support software based solutions. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable software solutions
Lead complex software development projects from architecture to delivery
Work with data scientists to transition research-level code into production-level software applications using sound software development principles
Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior developers
Identify performance bottlenecks and optimize system efficiency
Maintain and improve existing codebases and development practices
Ensure software follows modern security and compliance best practices
Stay current with emerging technologies and propose their adoption when applicable
Execute tasking within an Agile development process
Coordinate Software Engineering related research and development activities between disciplines involving exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation and development of novel concepts and approaches
Mentor and train employees in the development of software related technical, project, and business development skills

Background in database design (SQL and NoSQL)
Strong knowledge of APIs (RESTful and/or GraphQL)
Fluency in Python
Fluency in JAVA
Fluency in SQL
Bachelor's Degree
6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted (If filled as Applications Developer - Senior Professional)
3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted (If filled as Applications Developer - Advanced Professional)

Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Top Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
Experience with microservices architecture
Exposure to AI/ML frameworks or tools (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
Solid experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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