Junior Software Engineer

Overview

VTG is seeking a Full Performance Software Developer to support a dynamic program focused on advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and enterprise Data Management capabilities.

The program's technical teams provide software design, development, operations, and maintenance support across a variety of systems and initiatives. These teams focus on streamlining operations, automating processes, and aligning enterprise data management solutions with the organization's overarching digital architecture


What will you do?

• Design, develop, test, deploy, operate, and maintain software applications supporting mission and enterprise objectives.
• Utilize Scrum and Agile development methodologies for software application development unless otherwise directed by the customer.
• Translate user and mission requirements into end-to-end application and database designs.
• Develop solutions that integrate with multiple applications, interfaces, APIs, and supporting database systems.
• Develop software applications and web services using JavaScript-capable technologies and other approved programming languages.
• Write, test, debug, and maintain application code across multiple programming languages and technology stacks.
• Identify, track, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and programming bugs.
• Support application integration, implementation, operations, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Apply security patches, perform security scans, assess vulnerabilities, and support remediation efforts.
• Support the application security accreditation and authorization process.
• Develop clear and effective technical documentation, including requirements documents, procedures, correspondence, and reports.
• Explain technical protocols, procedures, processes, and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Plan development activities, establish goals, determine implementation strategies, and monitor progress toward project objectives.
• Collaborate with software developers, engineers, data professionals, and other technical stakeholders in an Agile team environment.

Do you have what it takes?

• Active TS/SCI W/ Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field or a minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Software Developer.
• Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including software design, development, testing, implementation, operations, and maintenance.
• Experience developing web applications and web services.
• Proficiency in at least two programming, scripting, or database languages relevant to the project.
• Ability to translate user requirements into end-to-end application and database designs involving multiple interfaces and supporting systems.
• Experience identifying, tracking, troubleshooting, and resolving software defects.
• Working knowledge of Scrum and Agile software development methodologies.
• Ability to communicate technical procedures, protocols, and processes clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop clear, concise, and effective technical documentation.