Software Developer, Junior

StraCon•Orlando, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

StraCon Services Group, LLC is seeking a Full-Time, Junior, Software Developer to join our team at NAWCTSD in Orlando, FL. NAWCTSD is the Navy’s principal center for modeling, simulation and training systems technologies. The computer programmer will work with a team in a lab environment to develop state-of-the-art, software-driven training systems.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in software development or programming.
Basic understanding of algorithms, data structures, operating systems, and software engineering concepts.
Experience using high-level programming languages (C++, C#, Java, etc.).
Experience writing or modifying scripting languages (Python, JavaScript, VBScript, LUA, XML, HTML).
Knowledge of databases and data access (SQL/NoSQL).
Basic ability with development environments, editors, debugging tools, and build systems.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience or familiarity with Unity or game engine development is beneficial.
Ability to develop use cases, requirements, and specifications for simple software tasks.
Familiarity with modeling languages (UML, SysML) and basic software design documentation.
Understanding of Agile processes and workflow tools such as Confluence or similar.
Ability to participate in code reviews, follow assigned coding practices, and maintain proper documentation.
Entry-level experience with testing, execution of test procedures, defect logging, and software updates.
Ability to work with interoperability standards, web development languages, and scripting as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist in analyzing user needs and software application requirements to support development tasks.
Create, modify, and test software code, scripts, and application logic supporting system functionality.
Prepare and support use cases, functional specifications, and requirements for assigned software tasks.
Develop software using high-level languages such as C#, C++, Java, Python, or similar as required.
Support development of scripting for Windows and Linux environments.
Participate in code reviews and software configuration management processes.
Assist with debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving software issues during integration and testing.
Contribute to preparation of technical documentation, test plans, status reports, and issue tracking entries.
Utilize version control repositories such as Git, SVN, TFS, or similar.
Collaborate with engineers, developers, and project team members in a lab environment to ensure software meets performance requirements.