Full Stack Software Engineer

Full Stack Software EngineerAre you passionate about building impactful solutions for our greatest national security challenges? Do you value working in a creative, collaborative environment? Are you searching for engaging work and an opportunity for leadership with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!We develop software systems to address challenging national security problems that enable planning and decision making in domains including active threat deterrence, signal intelligence, cyber operations, machine learning, image processing, and applied data analytics. We seek talented engineers who can work with a team to construct, implement, test, document, and maintain software applications that provide highly impactful capabilities for the special operations and intelligence community.As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will:Work alongside other developers to architect, implement, and test complex software solutions for advanced RF exploitation and communication applications.Work closely with signal processing and communication engineers to develop overall solutions that support sponsor needs.Document work in technical reports and informal memoranda as well as present work to sponsors and the technical community.Participate in field evaluation of applications and iterate accordingly based on performance and in response to emergent technical and operational requirements.QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...Possess a Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or another field relevant to the duties as described above.Have at least 5 years of demonstrated proficiency in full stack software development with any combination of Rust, C/C++, C#, Java, Python, Javascript, or Typescript and web application frameworks such as AngularJS or Vue.js.Are able to work effectively in small, multi-disciplinary teams.Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance by your start date. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.Are able to do limited travel to sponsor sites.You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...Possess a Master's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math, or equivalent.Are interested in leading software development tasks and mentoring.Have a willingness to work on quick-reaction projects in support of sponsor's operational requirements.Why Work at APL?The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.Minimum Rate $100,000 AnnuallyMaximum Rate $245,000 Annually