Software Engineering Journeyman

The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research
ARA) has an outstanding opportunity for a Journeyman Software
Developer to support a multi‑disciplinary team delivering software across the
DoD mission space. The developer will work in Agile teams to scope requirements,
implement front‑end and back‑end features, and support secure deployments to DoD
Clear, organized documentation and collaboration with customers
The Journeyman Software Developer supports the design, development, and delivery
of data analysis tools, collaboration systems, and visualizations that address
real‑world operational needs and capability gaps for government customers.
Taking a leadership position within a team‑based Agile environment, the
Responsibilities include implementing features using HTML,
CSS, Angular, and Python, adapting shared components, and maintaining code in
remote git repositories. and platforms, producing wireframes and mockups, iterating through
development/testing cycles, and incorporating user feedback. deployment of solutions to cloud, local, and edge environments and assist with
and award of a contract expected in January 2027.

Must be a US citizen.
* Active and current SECRET clearance or higher with ability to upgrade to a
Bachelor’s degree in computer science/software engineering or similar with 5+
Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Python,
Golang).
* Strong proficiency in Python and modern web languages (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)
as well as common frameworks (Angular, Vue, React).
* Experience in developing software using AI-assisted development tools,
including coding, debugging, and testing.

• Proficiency with cloud service offerings (AWS, Azure, GCE).
• Proficiency with containerized software deployments (Docker, Kubernetes,

Proficiency with SharePoint site design, management, and development.

• Proficiency with Agile, git source control management, CI/CD processes.
• Ability to write clearly and produce documentation, user guides, software

requirements, and training materials.

Familiarity with modern SQL and NoSQL databases (Postgres, MySQL, Redis,
Familiarity with Section 508 Compliance and associated testing.
* Experience leading Agile teams, prioritizing backlogs, managing work in
Experience in project management, coordinating with customers, and
Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research
and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions
to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer
software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and
products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and
robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. performance and customer satisfaction levels. training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. innovation and experimentation are the norm. own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering
and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. website at [

Journeyman Software Developer position.