Software Design Engineer 1

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and detail-oriented Software Design Engineer 1 to join our team in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering Directorate Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Office (DES). This role involves developing and maintaining advanced software tools aimed at enhancing analysis, productivity, workflow automation, and data management. The selected candidate will work with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize software solutions that improve operational efficiency and user experience. In this role, the Software Design Engineer will also leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance software development efficiency and quality. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer with experience in Microsoft Power Apps, Microsoft Power BI, ServiceNow, SharePoint, Atlassian Jira, and Confluence. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining tools and scripts to automate data management processes, improve workflow efficiency, and support internal operations. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with experience in scripting, APIs, and systems integration. You will play a key role in enhancing internal platforms and ensuring accurate, efficient handling of data across systems.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Active Secret security clearance
Good understanding of software development principles, algorithms, and data structures
Experience with Systems Engineering processes, including requirements collection and development
Ability to work in an agile development environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to explore AI-driven development solutions
Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality software solutions
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of applicable software development experience
Experience with user interface design and workflow/process automation
Experience developing automation tools in ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint
Experience with Microsoft Power BI and data visualization
Experience developing software requirements
Experience supporting DoD software programs or government contracts
Experience with JSON, HTML, Java, JavaScript, CSS, GitLab, Power Automate, Power BI, GitHub Copilot, and ChatGPT

Responsibilities

Design and implement tools and scripts in ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint to automate data extraction, transformation, and reporting tasks.
Customize ServiceNow, Jira, and Confluence workflows, templates, and macros to support business processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand automation requirements and deliver effective software solutions.
Monitor and improve performance of automation tools and address issues proactively.
Write clear, maintainable code and supporting documentation.
Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance in all automated processes.
Develop, test, and deploy software solutions while leveraging AI for code suggestions and optimizations.
Automate repetitive development tasks using AI-driven coding assistants.
Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and product managers to improve process workflows.
Develop user interfaces in ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint with a focus on usability and user experience.
Participate in working group meetings, peer reviews, and technical interchange meetings.
Design, develop, and maintain functional SharePoint sites that are user friendly and aligned with organizational requirements.
Update site content and maintain platform functionality as required.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement software solutions supporting MDA initiatives.