DoD Software Engineer – Java & Agile (5+ yrs)

Acara Solutions, An Aleron Company; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer in Waco, TX, to support the design and enhancement of mission-critical software for Department of Defense programs. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development experience, knowledge of software design principles, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include software design and implementation, enhancing system performance, and collaborating across teams. This role is a 12-month contract with the possibility for future full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience within the DoD and defense industry.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Java (Java 11 or newer) and object-oriented languages such as C++, C#, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement new software features and frameworks.
• Enhance system performance, scalability, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders.

Skills

Java development

Software engineering principles

Agile development

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

JIRA

Job description

A technology solutions firm is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer in Waco, TX, to support the design and enhancement of mission-critical software for Department of Defense programs. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development experience, knowledge of software design principles, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. Responsibilities include software design and implementation, enhancing system performance, and collaborating across teams. This role is a 12-month contract with the possibility for future full-time employment.