Software Engineer

Software EngineerPosition Type: Full-timeLocation: Dayton, OH (Primary); Huntsville, AL; St. Louis, MOClearance: Active TS/SCIDescriptionWaypoint's client is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Software Engineer to support mission-critical development efforts within a secure environment supporting NASIC. This role focuses on building and maintaining modern software solutions using object-oriented programming, containerization, and cloud-native concepts.The selected candidate will work within an Agile team to develop scalable applications, support system integration, and contribute to high-impact national security missions. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to grow in a DevSecOps and modern software development environment.ResponsibilitiesDevelop, test, and maintain software applications using object-oriented programming languages such as Go, Python, Java, or C#Build and support web services and APIs using frameworks such as Spring BootWork with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, CRI-O) and support Kubernetes-based deploymentsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutionsUtilize version control systems such as Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) for source code managementDevelop software solutions for Linux-based environmentsWork with structured data formats such as XML, JSON, and YAMLParticipate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectivesSupport integration of applications with databases and data processing systemsRequiredActive TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related fieldMinimum 3+ years of experience in object-oriented programming (Go, Python, Java, or C#)Experience developing software for Linux platformsFamiliarity with services and frameworks such as Spring BootExperience with version control systems (Git or similar)Familiarity with XML, JSON, and YAML data formatsBasic experience with containerization technologies (Docker or similar)Strong communication and organizational skillsDesiredExperience with Kubernetes and container orchestration conceptsExperience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB)Familiarity with message queues and caching systems (RabbitMQ, Redis, Memcached)Knowledge of ICAM concepts (OAuth2, JWT, Keycloak, OpenID)Experience with CI/CD tools such as JenkinsFamiliarity with Agile/Scrum methodologiesExposure to compiler architecture concepts (lexers, parsers)