Software Engineer II

About DZYNE
DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.


We're growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you'll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member's success.


Ready to do work that matters? Join us.


Position Title: Software Engineer II

Location : Fairfax, VA 22031


Work Arrangement: Hybrid


Position Summary
DZYNE Technologies is looking for a Software Engineer II to take on the development and testing of ground control station (GCS) software. The ideal candidate is a junior- to mid-level professional with 3+ years of experience who will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality software systems, with a particular focus on ground control station software. The role involves building reliable, scalable applications that support mission-critical operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and participating throughout the full software development lifecycle.


Required Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and services
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features
• Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code in Python or Go, building new features and optimizing existing services (e.g., APIs, backend services)
• Manage source code and branching strategies using Git and Gitflow
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance
• Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making
• Support CI/CD processes and deployment workflows

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• 3-7 years of professional software engineering experience
• Proficiency in Go and/or Python
• Proficiency with Git and Gitflow
• Solid understanding of software development best practices, design patterns, and code quality standards
• Experience building and maintaining production-grade applications
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Exposure to message queuing systems (e.g., ZeroMQ, RabbitMQ)
• Experience with Protobuffers and message serialization libraries
• Experience with APIs and microservices
• Experience with Java, C/C++, or other high level programming languages
• Experience with full-stack development and modern web frameworks (Node.js)
• Exposure to DevOps practices and automated testing

Education:

• B.S. in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent time and experience in the industry

Clearance Level Required: None required


Travel Required : Up to 10%


Working Conditions:
The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.


Physical Demands:


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.

Work Authorization Requirement:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.


Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 annually
Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.


Benefits :
Our benefits are DZYNE'ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.


DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.


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Pay Range: $110,000 - $140,000 per hour