Information Technology - Engineer, Software Sr

Ampcus Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. in Reston, VA seeks a seasoned software engineer to design, develop, test, and debug complex applications for enterprise environments. You will contribute across the full stack, from front-end to back-end, and collaborate with stakeholders to define system scope and objectives.

Responsibilities include implementing scalable solutions, participating in architecture discussions, and mentoring junior engineers while delivering reliable software for thousands of users.

Qualifications

• 5 years of software development experience including architecture and requirements.
• Proficient in front-end and back-end technologies and integration frameworks.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS) and CI/CD practices.
• Programming languages: JavaScript, Python, Java, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical design, coding, testing of applications for large systems.
• Software analysis including requirements and test planning with automated tests.
• Develop software solutions for enterprise environments with front-end and back-end integration; maintain systems.
• Provide technical support for critical issues and mentor junior engineers; assist in roadmap discussions.

Skills

Full Stack

Mongo DB

AWS with EKS

Playwright

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Aurora PostgreSQL

EKS

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Purpose

Performs complex analysis, design, development, testing, and debugging of computer software ranging from operating system architecture integration and software design to selection of computer systems, language, and/or equipment. Designs, develops/codes, tests, and documents critical and complex application programs for computer systems. Works with appropriate stakeholders to define system scope and objectives and establish baselines. Establishes project standards and processes. Breaks down software requirements and creates highly complex systems.

Essential Functions

• 25% Perform technical detail design, coding, testing of applications. Serves as subject matter expert for both customer and internal discussions related to maintaining and enhancing existing software systems. Develop and/or analyze interface design documentation. Comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures. Deliver large systems for tens of thousands of users. Comply with code quality, migration and dev/ops standards and policies.
• 25% Performs software analysis, including requirements and uses case development and design. Implements and documents source code to design specifications. Performs software testing including developing and running automated unit tests, drafting, and executing structured automated test cases. Compile, assess, and report data results from software testing and analysis.
• 25% Develops software solutions for enterprise environments and other technologies. Analyzes and implements functional and non-functional (e.g. performance, availability) requirements and designs, implements, and tests software. Performs operations & maintenance (O&M) of existing systems. Identifies areas for improvement and streamlining. Demonstrated experience with front-end and back-end programming and integration frameworks and tools. Assist in the estimation of development of application features.
• 25% Provides direct technical support for high level, high visibility, and critical trouble calls for supported applications. Works with cross-functional teams to develop highly reliable software that runs at scale. Provides recommendations to infuse new technology. Extend open-source libraries and systems as necessary to meet the needs of the team. Play a crucial role in product scoping and roadmap/architecture discussions. Continually evaluate emerging technologies to identify opportunities, trends, and best practices. Mentoring of junior software engineers.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Education Details

Information Technology or Computer Science

Experience

5 years’ experience with software development, basic coding and compilation, software architecture/design, user requirements definition, and software specification development.

Must Have Skills

• Full Stack (Backend 70% - Frontend-30%) - Angular front end, Java web services
• Mongo DB, Aurora PostgreSQL
• MUST have AWS experience with few years of deploying and managing EKS
• Playwright in AWS

In Lieu of Education

In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to communicate technical requirements to all levels of expertise, Advanced
• Proficient in establishing and maintaining good working relationships, Advanced
• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC), Advanced
• Proficient with integrating complex and/or existing systems, Advanced
• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JavaScript, C, Python, etc.), Advanced
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, Advanced
• Knowledge of cloud technologies (e.g. AWS, Azure), Proficient
• Knowledge of database technologies (e.g. cloud, SQL, Oracle, Mongo DB, PostgreSQL, etc.), Advanced
• Fundamental knowledge of software engineers’ best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, Advanced
• Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) for automated acceptance tests, Advanced
• Strong experience with Deployment/Continuous Integration/ Continuous Testing/ Continuous Delivery processes and tools and have expertise in CI/CD tools and framework, Advanced
• Knowledge of Code quality and promotion practices, Advanced

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.