Software Developer

Software Developer

Clearance Level: Must have an Active Top Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply

Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA to be considered

At Aquila Technology, you will see our team's passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.

About the Role:

Aquila Technology is seeking a Software Developer to join its team in support of one of the nation's premier defense research organizations. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in software development, data science, and machine learning engineering to design, develop, and enhance innovative applications supporting cybersecurity and information operations. This role involves developing advanced software solutions, integrating machine learning capabilities, and leveraging data-driven technologies to address complex technical challenges in a mission-critical environment.

Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 10 years Databases and Data Engineering for Big Data
• 10 years Software/Algorithm Development
• 10 years Application programming, database and system design
• 10 years DoD Experience
• 10 years Implementation experience (Elastic Stack)
• 10 years Machine Learning and Algorithm Development
• 10 years Software Documentation
• 10 years JavaScript Development
• 10 years Python
• 10 years Software Architecture
• 10 years Software Design/Development
• 10 years Docker
• 10 years Test-driven, Unit Testing

Required skills:

• Large-scale system development and test-driven development
• Rapid prototyping capabilities
• Python: Python is used extensively by the data scientists and the applicant will need to be well-versed in Python and maintain and extend tools and systems based on Python
• TypeScript and JavaScript: TypeScript and JavaScript are used to program functionality to front-end applications from back-end code and databases, the applicant needs to be well-versed in both TypeScript and JavaScript and maintain and extend tools and systems based on TypeScript and JavaScript
• Databases: in addition to standard database systems, it is essential to have experience with Postgres, GraphQL, Hasura, and PSQL
• ELK Stack: Adapting MIT technologies to existing infrastructure requires familiarity with Elastic, Logstash, and Kibana.
• Docker: applications use Docker as containers, so the applicant will need to be well-versed in using and maintaining Docker containers
• Vulnerabilities and Exploit Databases: vulnerability and exploit databases, including the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) with CVEs, Exploit DB, and Metasploit are used significantly by the data scientists for applications, and the applicant will need to be well-versed in vulnerability and exploit databases for use in developing and maintaining applications
• Experience working on Machine Learning applications, particularly with Python
• Experience with real-time systems
• Experience with DoD systems
• Experience with natural language processing, including working with large language models
• Ability to self-direct when needed
• Candidates should have a BS and 10 years applicable experience or a MS and at least 8 years applicable experience

Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.

Our Perks Include:

PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:

• 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
• 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment

Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum ofsix (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of "B" or better to qualify for reimbursement.Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member's Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.

401K with Principal - Eligible to participate day 1 of employment. Company match on employee contributions:
• Eligibility on date of hire
• Employer Match- 100% of first 3% and 50% of next 2%
• Vesting- 100%
• Contribution limit- $24,500
• Catch-up contribution limit- $8,000
• Catch-up contribution limit for ages 60-63 in calendar year- $11,250
• Catchup contributions must be directed to Roth bucket if earned over
$150k in 2025

Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.

Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) -Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.

Work Location: Hybrid - Individual works from home or off-site for a portion of their schedule and within a routinely commutable distance from the Lexington facility.

Clearance Level: Candidates must have an active top secret clearance to be considered for this position.

Interview process: Initial pre-screen with HM. If candidate advances to next round, will be larger group interview with technical team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer