Software Engineer

Core4ce; Ohio; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Training & Certifications program

Tuition assistance for job-related and

Parental leave & PTO with tenure

The Forge internal innovation program

Job summary

Core4ce seeks experienced Software Engineers to lead design, development, and deployment of mission-critical software for government programs. You will guide technical teams, mentor engineers, and interface with stakeholders to tailor solutions to unique government needs.

Responsibilities include developing microservices, REST APIs, and secure scalable apps using Docker and Kubernetes, with a focus on code quality, reviews, and automated testing. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in software engineering with backend or full-stack focus.
• Proficiency in Python and debugging/maintaining applications.
• Experience with containerized development and CI/CD practices.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable software applications and backend services.
• Lead technical teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders and program leadership to deliver mission-focused solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation and engineering artifacts.

Skills

Python

Git

Leadership

Backend development

Full-stack development

Agile/Scrum

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/IT

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

WSL/Linux environments

Job description

We are seeking experienced Software Engineers to provide technical leadership in the design, development, and implementation of complex software solutions supporting mission-critical government programs.

This role requires advanced expertise in software engineering, computer science, and information technology, along with the ability to lead technical teams, mentor junior engineers, and interface directly with government stakeholders. The ideal candidate will apply independent judgment, strong software engineering fundamentals, and innovative problem-solving skills to develop solutions tailored to unique government and mission requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable software applications and backend services.
• Develop and support microservices, REST APIs, event-driven systems, and containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex application, integration, container, and distributed-system issues.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code in accordance with established engineering standards and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and automated testing, including unit, integration, regression, and smoke testing.
• Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, cybersecurity personnel, program leadership, and government stakeholders to deliver mission-focused technical solutions.
• Provide technical direction, mentorship, and guidance to junior and mid-level software engineers.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, engineering artifacts, deployment documentation, reports, and other program deliverables.
• Support Agile development processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Independently investigate technical problems, identify root causes, evaluate solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure software solutions meet applicable security, performance, reliability, and mission requirements.

*This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements:

• Active TS/SCI clearance preferred. Candidates with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance will be considered.
• 3+ years in software engineering, with strong background in backend or full-stack development.
• Strong proficiency with Python, including the ability to independently develop, debug, and maintain Python applications, scripts, and development tooling.
• Strong working knowledge of Git and distributed version‑control concepts.
• Practical experience building, running, debugging, and troubleshooting applications using containerized development tools.
• Demonstrated experience leading software development efforts and providing technical guidance to engineering teams.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• College Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing in WSL, Linux, or comparable Unix-based development environments.
• Experience designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications.
• Experience implementing and supporting event-driven architectures.
• Strong understanding of secure software development practices and cybersecurity principles.
• Practical experience working in Agile environments utilizing the Scrum framework.
• Scrum-related developer certifications and demonstrated Agile development experience.
• Kubernetes certifications such as:
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
• Experience developing and deploying containerized applications using Kubernetes and related technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job‑related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. *Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.