Software Engineer

Software EngineerContingent on award, Ampersand Solutions Group (AMPERSAND) has a requirement for one or more Software Engineers who will support a critical DoD mission providing software development, design, and test subject matter expertise in a multicloud, hybrid multicloud environment.Scope: Responsible for the design, development, testing, verifying, sustaining, and fully documenting developed software. Develops complex software applications involving graphical front-end interfaces, visualization toolsets, SQL Database interfaces, multi-user GUI interfaces, and rule-based assessments. Works with application Product Owner to decompose Use Case entities into implemental software requirements. Performs software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software reviews, software risk analysis, and software reliability analysis. Performs analysis on new software developments and revisions to existing systems to enhance system efficiencies. Responsible for software testing and user/system requirements verification/validation processes and procedures. Troubleshoots production problems related to deployment of software applications. Evaluates implemented requirements in software to determine if these requirements were met in deliverable software. Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application integration and testing tools. Participates in development of software user manuals and technical reports. Works with project leads, developers, and end users to ensure application designs meet business requirements. Understands DoD customer test processes related to data management, scheduling, planning, and commitments across all types of tests. Matures the use of DevSecOps in automating product delivery while maintaining collaboration with security, assurance, and product owners.Required QualificationsMinimum 0-10 years of relevant, related experience plus:Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in engineering, science, or other relevant field or:Associates Degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution plus 2 years relevant, related experienceHigh School Diploma / GED from an accredited institution plus 4 years relevant, related experienceAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance at the appropriate levelWilling to periodically travel in support of test eventsAbility to support a hybrid work environment comprising telework and on-site supportDesired QualificationsACTIVE DoD SECRET or TOP SECRET ClearanceExperience supporting the US Ballistic Missile Defense SystemRecognized expertise in specialized acquisition, logistics, technology, systems, or processesProven mastery of relevant concepts, theories, principals, and techniques relevant to hybrid multicloud environments and/or analysis supporting DoD test missionsKnowledgeable of DoD ballistic missile defense system testing direction and requirementsExperience directly interfacing with project customers and stakeholdersExperience with Microsoft Visual Studio,.NET, ASP.NET, SQL Server, Python, Matlab, C#, JavaScript, React, Gitlab, Typescript, Selenium, and unit testsExperience developing in an agile approach using scrums and sprint development cycles with regular releases and peer code reviewsExperience utilizing and developing using cloud native IaaS and PaaSStrong Microsoft Office skillsNecessary QualificationsHonesty, superior ethicsInterpersonal savvy, excellent communication skillsAbility to work as a teamInitiativePositive attitudeProfessionalism