Associate Dev/Systems Engineer

Swift Software; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Swift in Manassas, Virginia seeks a Software Developer to design and implement high‑quality features using C++/Java, Docker, and modern tooling. You will work across teams to translate requirements into efficient code, while embracing AI-assisted development and rigorous testing to meet security and performance standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration, fast iteration, and delivering reliable software in a regulated financial context, with a competitive salary and benefits in the United

Qualifications

• University degree in computer science or related field.
• 1–4 years of experience in systems development or software programming.
• Hands-on experience in C++ and/or Java development.
• Familiarity with building HTTP, TCP/IP based applications.
• Proficiency in XML, JSON parsing methods, and performance tuning.
• Familiarity with Agile tools like Jenkins, JIRA, Artifactory, and Confluence.
• Ability to harness AI toolsets for software development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements for the development of new features and shareable components across multiple applications.
• Develop applications using C++/Java, STL, Boost, and Linux in Docker environments.
• Articulate and implement complex requirements for application development.
• Utilize AI tools for development, integration, testing & documentation.
• Align withSwift's security guidelines and coding standards.
• Conduct performance tests to ensure applications handle high efficiency flawlessly.
• Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to efficiently implement solutions.
• Expand test automation and help to ensure quality in different test environments.

Skills

C++/Java

Networking

Performance tuning

AI tools

Security concepts

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in CS

Tools

Jenkins

JIRA

Artifactory

Confluence

Docker

gRPC

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.

*Please Note Swift is unable to sponsor an employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements for the development of new features and shareable components across multiple applications.
• Develop applications using C++/Java, STL, Boost, and Linux in Docker environments.
• Articulate and implement complex requirements for application development.
• Utilize AI tools for development, Integration, testing & documentation.
• Align with Swift's security guidelines and coding standards.
• Conduct performance tests to ensure applications handle high efficiency flawlessly.
• Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to efficiently implement solutions.
• Expand test automation and help to ensure quality in different test environments.

Required Experience

• University degree in computer science or related field
• 1 to 4 years experience in systems development, Software Programming
• Hands-on experience in C++ and/or Java development and scripting.
• Familiarity building HTTP, TCP/IP based applications.
• Proficiency in XML, JSON parsing methods, and system performance tuning.
• Familiarity with Agile tools like Jenkins, JIRA, Artifactory, and Confluence.
• Ability to harness AI toolsets for software development

Technical Skills

• Exposure in C++, templates, Boost libraries, gRPC, multi-threading application development
• Hands on experience in C++ and Java development
• Experience in building Networked applications
• Working knowledge in XML, JSON parsing methods
• Exposure in debugger, memory leaks, system performance tuning
• Security technologies such as PKI, HMAC, AES, digest algorithms, SSL
• Exposure in databases, storage technologies & RHEL systems
• Conversant with Agile tools such as Jenkins, JIRA, Artifactory & Confluence

Soft Skills

• Energetic positive approach to challenges
• Raise up for responsibilities, changes
• Focus on delivering quality customer experience
• Collaborate with team members across company wide
• Planning, Organizing, articulating design & Implementation
• Customer focused design, implementation

Salary

The estimated salary range for a new hire in this position in Virginia is 67,000 USD Annual MINIMUM to $96,000 USD Annual MAXIMUM. Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Our compensation packages include a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity for all employee’s contingent on personal and company performance.

Benefits

• Our generous benefits program includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium costs for our employees and their families, and retirement plan plus matching 401k

Diversity, Inclusion, and Freedom

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [e-mail] or indicate this in your application. Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity). All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.

Join Us

If you have what it takes, you’ll be able to take on different career paths and have the opportunity to work in teams, departments and disciplines in countries around the world. Swift is unique. There is no other organisation like ours in the world driving the long-term future of the financial ecosystem. You’ll be surrounded by bright, customer-focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment. At Swift we are trusted every instant. Everything we do has an impact that matters. And as a member of our team, you are trusted to make your impact every day.