Software Engineer

Set of X•Columbia, MD

About The Position

The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex software systems, including analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and business applications. Working independently or on a team, they design, code, test, and debug software to meet documented requirements. They analyze user needs to derive system and performance requirements, resolve defects, and ensure software quality through testing and documentation. This role contributes to system design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, reuse of existing solutions, and integration of COTS/GOTS technologies. The engineer develops algorithms, builds and integrates software components, and creates or modifies database queries and interfaces. They also analyze system workflows, identify problem areas, and implement effective solutions while supporting and improving development processes and documentation. Additional responsibilities include developing applications in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, and Python for Windows or UNIX environments, as well as leveraging DevOps and CI/CD tools (e.g., Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Bamboo) to build and deploy software solutions.

Requirements

Experience developing and maintaining complex software systems across the full development lifecycle
Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, and Python
Experience with Windows and/or UNIX/Linux development environments
Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Packer, Artifactory)
Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo)
Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective software solutions
Experience debugging, testing, and integrating software components
Knowledge of database design, queries, and data repositories
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and on a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and collaboration
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

Develops, maintains, and enhances complex software systems, including analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and business applications.
Designs, codes, tests, and debugs software to meet documented requirements.
Analyzes user needs to derive system and performance requirements.
Resolves defects and ensures software quality through testing and documentation.
Contributes to system design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, reuse of existing solutions, and integration of COTS/GOTS technologies.
Develops algorithms, builds and integrates software components.
Creates or modifies database queries and interfaces.
Analyzes system workflows, identifies problem areas, and implements effective solutions.
Supports and improves development processes and documentation.
Develops applications in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, and Python for Windows or UNIX environments.
Leverages DevOps and CI/CD tools (e.g., Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Bamboo) to build and deploy software solutions.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan with generous employer contribution
Paid Time Off
Technology Refresh (or year-end bonus)
Training and Professional Development ($5,250 annual budget for education, certifications, professional memberships, or student loan repayment)
Stock Plan (yearly stock grant)
Flex Leave and Exchange Plan (up to 8 weeks off or sell back unused time for double value)
Virtual Office Compensation (monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services)
Fringe Benefit Mall (perks like Uber rides, beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, Hello Fresh)
Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus
Referral Bonus