Software Engineer II

Software Engineer II

Information Technology --> Software Development/Engineering

WPAFB, OH • Full-Time/Regular

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer II to support the development and enhancement of advanced systems and tools in a government-focused environment. This role involves applying engineering and scientific expertise to complex technical projects, contributing to system design and architecture, and supporting the development of innovative solutions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem solver with strong technical skills and the ability to work independently under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, specification, and development of systems and tools for new and existing programs
• Support enhancements, modifications, and corrections to systems and applications
• Apply advanced knowledge of engineering principles, programming languages, techniques, and established best practices to technical projects
• Assist in solving technical challenges where objectives and requirements require further definition
• Recommend system architectures and support requirements allocation effort
• Prepare and contribute to technical reports, papers, proposals, briefings, and related documentation
• Collaborate closely with project teams and government stakeholders
• Work under limited supervision and provide technical direction to junior technical staff as needed
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Experience supporting technical projects and system development initiatives

*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements

• TS/SCI clearance is required for this position. Candidates may start with an active Public Trust clearance or higher, provided they are eligible to obtain a TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree with 4 years of relevant experience; OR 8 years of relevant experience

Highly Desired Expertise

• Designing, developing, and deploying Cloud-native applications
• Implementing and managing Event-driven architectures
• Building secure software solutions with a focus on security best practices
• Practical experience and proficiency in software development using the Scrum framework
• Design and implementation of User Interfaces
• Advanced Certified ScrumMaster
• Developers with relevant Scrum certification, skills, and experience
• Kubernetes certifications (CKA, CKAD) Developers as appropriate

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status