Java Software Engineer

The Fountain Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,411 - 115,718; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Java Software Engineer for a prominent client. This on-site role is based in Huntsville, AL or Colorado Springs, CO, with a 12-month assignment and pay of $73.35/hr to start.

The position covers full life-cycle development of complex Java-based military applications, including MATLAB integration, agile practices, and working with tools like Git, JIRA, Maven, and Eclipse. A U.S. security clearance and STEM degree are required.

Qualifications

• This position requires an active U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
• Bachelor’s degree required (STEM field).
• Experienced in the full life-cycle development of complex mathematical algorithms (such as tracking, correlation, guidance, battle management, and radar management) for Java-based military applications.
• Ability to implement MATLAB based algorithms into Java-based software.
• Understanding of software development principles including OOP, design patterns, and testing/debugging techniques,
• Experience using analytical, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working as part of an Agile team.
• Familiarity with Java J2EE or Java Spring.
• Knowledge of server-side development and message passing.
• Experience developing enterprise applications.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office products.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasking.
• Use of common software development and management tools such as git, Nexus, JIRA, Confluence, Maven, and Eclipse.
• Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and UML diagrams.
• Security+ or equivalent highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Full life-cycle development of complex mathematical algorithms for Java-based military applications.
• Support full software development lifecycle including design artifacts, implementing changes, testing, and issue resolution.
• Participate in agile planning and execution using established processes.
• Software requirements and architecture development in support of MDS systems.
• Develop, select, tailor and deploy integration and test processes, tools and metrics.
• Execute and document integration and test activities and events.
• Travel up to 10% domestically or internationally as needed.
• Access to MDA facility may require a background investigation by U.S. government authorities.

Skills

Java development

MATLAB integration

OOP

Design patterns

Agile team

Communication skills

Software testing

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Git

Nexus

JIRA

Confluence

Maven

Eclipse

J2EE/Spring

Job description

We are a national staffing firm and are currently seeking a Java Software Engineer for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Huntsville, AL or Colorado Springs, CO (100% On site). Details of the position are as follows:

Job Details:

• Pay: $73.35/hr to Start!!
• 12-month assignment, possibility extension based upon performance and budget.
• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (On Site)
• Position will be responsible for full life-cycle development of complex mathematical algorithms (such as tracking, correlation, guidance, battle management, and radar management) for Java-based military applications.
• Support full software development lifecycle including generating design artifacts, implementing software changes, supporting design and code reviews, software testing, and resolution of issues found during testing.
• Actively participate in agile planning and execution using established processes.
• Software Requirements and architecture development in support of MDS systems.
• Develop, select, tailor and deploy integration and test processes, tools and metrics.
• Execute and document integration and test activities and events.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.
• This position may require the ability to obtain access to an MDA facility. Access to the facility requires a background investigation by U.S. government authorities.

Qualifications:

• This position requires an active U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
• Bachelor’s degree required (STEM field).
• Experienced in the full life-cycle development of complex mathematical algorithms (such as tracking, correlation, guidance, battle management, and radar management) for Java-based military applications.
• Ability to implement MATLAB based algorithms into Java-based software.
• Understanding of software development principles including OOP, design patterns, and testing/debugging techniques,
• Experience using analytical, collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working as part of an Agile team.
• Familiarity with Java J2EE or Java Spring.
• Knowledge of server-side development and message passing.
• Experience developing enterprise applications.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office products.
• Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasking.
• Use of common software development and management tools such as git, Nexus, JIRA, Confluence, Maven, and Eclipse.
• Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and UML diagrams.
• Security+ or equivalent highly desired.

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