Software Engineer (SWE) Skill Level 1

Kaizen Approach•Annapolis Junction, MD

11h

About The Position

Kaizen Approach is currently seeking a Software Engineer (SWE) to develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems, including processing-intensive analytics, algorithm development, large data manipulation, real-time systems, and business management information systems. In this role, you will work individually or as part of a team to review and test software components for adherence to design requirements, documenting test results. You will resolve software problem reports, applying software development and design methodologies suitable for the specific development environment. The position involves providing specific input on system design, such as hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and leveraging Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products in place of new development. Additionally, you will conduct requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components, ensuring the successful integration and functionality of the software in line with documented requirements.

Requirements

Seven (7) years of experience as a Software Engineer (SWE) on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university; however, four (4) additional years of SWE experience on similar projects may be substituted for the degree requirement.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems.
Work individually or as part of a team to review and test software components for adherence to design requirements.
Document test results.
Resolve software problem reports.
Apply software development and design methodologies suitable for the specific development environment.
Provide specific input on system design, such as hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and leveraging Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products in place of new development.
Conduct requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Ensure the successful integration and functionality of the software in line with documented requirements.
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications.
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features and functionality.
Debug existing software to correct defects and improve overall system performance.
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
Develop and implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
Write or review software and system documentation.
Provide recommendations to improve documentation and software development processes.
Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict design outcomes and measure their impact.