SOFTWARE ENG I

Phoenix-Defense; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Defense, LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and maintain Next Generation Constructive (NGC) software, supporting large-scale, multi-domain operational training. You will handle full software lifecycle activities, work in Agile teams, and contribute to design, coding, and testing using Java and related technologies.

The role emphasizes DoD software systems experience, Linux familiarity, and collaboration across engineers, testers and SMEs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (CS/IT/SE) from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Full lifecycle software development: requirements analysis, design, implementation and testing.
• Identify, document, and repair software defects.
• Design, code and debug applications in Java and related languages.
• Collaborate with leads, testers, SMEs, and other developers in an Agile environment.
• Adhere to project schedules and budgets.

Skills

Object-Oriented Design

Agile development

Java

Linux

Git

Godot

Unity

Multithreading

UML diagrams

DoD software experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / IT / software engineering

Tools

Git

Godot

Unity

Job description

The Software Engineer will develop and maintain software in support of user requirements for Next Generation Constructive (NGC). NGC is a next-generation, constructive training platform that supports large-scale, multi-domain operational training for commanders and staff. Responsibilities include full lifecycle software development to include software requirements analysis, software design, software coding, software integration and testing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work through full-cycle software development that includes requirements analysis, design, implementation and testing
• Identification, documentation, and repair of software defects
• Designing, coding and debugging applications in various software languages, primarily in Java
• Work with leads, testers, subject matter experts, and other developers in an Agile development environment
• Understands and adheres to project schedules and stays within established budgets

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline such as computer science, information technology, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university
• Position requires US Citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES

• Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Design/Programming
• Solid understanding of Agile development principles
• Proficiency in Java or similar programming languages
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
• Familiarity with game engines such as Godot or Unity
• Familiarity with multi-threaded applications
• Familiarity with UML diagrams
• Previous work experience as either an intern or a full-time engineer in DoD Software Systems is a plus

JOB CONTEXT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is operated in an indoor and outdoor environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, walk, and perform general office functions. The employee may be required to sit for extended periods of time.

Phoenix Defense is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Phoenix Defense, LLC and its family of companies maintains a Drug-Free Workplace Program.

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