Mid-Level Software Engineer (Layer 7)

Vega•Richardson, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Vega Federal is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer with 4+ years of professional experience to join our backend engineering team in Richardson, TX. This role focuses on backend software development, complex system integrations, and enterprise API management using Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways. You will work within an Agile, multi-disciplinary environment to build, secure, and maintain high-performance Java architectures, network security protocols, and API solutions supporting critical federal operations.

Requirements

4+ years of professional software engineering experience centered on Java development, network programming, and Linux environments.
Direct, hands-on experience configuring, integrating, and maintaining Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways.
Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance required prior to start date (U.S. Citizenship required).
Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
Strong command of Java, Linux scripting (Bash/Shell), and fundamental network security principles.
Ability to work 100% on-site in Richardson, TX (or open to paid relocation).
Strong written and oral communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of identity/authentication standards (OAuth2, SAML, JWT), digital certificates, and secure routing protocols.
Python scripting capabilities and Linux system administration background.
Familiarity with AWS cloud architecture, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Hands-on experience working within DevSecOps frameworks and Agile/Scrum delivery pipelines.

Responsibilities

Develop, integrate, and maintain backend services and systems utilizing Java and robust network programming techniques.
Directly configure, policy-author, integrate, and troubleshoot Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateway solutions across enterprise interfaces.
Write operational Linux automation, utility, and deployment scripts to streamline software integration tasks.
Manage API authentication mechanisms, digital security certificates, SSL/TLS, and secure routing protocols across multi-tier networks.
Collaborate within Agile engineering teams to deliver resilient, production-ready software components on schedule.