Software Engineer

Mercer University; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vacation/sick leave accrual and holiday pay

Job summary

Mercer University is seeking a Software Engineer for their Software/Cyber Directorate to develop and maintain web-based and embedded software solutions. This position is crucial for contributing to various projects under the direction of a Technical Lead.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in full stack development, hold a degree in Software Engineering or related fields, and be familiar with multiple programming languages and frameworks. Benefits include health and dental insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Experience with the software development life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Full stack software development.
• Develop embedded and web-based software solutions.
• Collaborate with senior developers on technical designs.
• Document software design effectively.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

C#

Microsoft.NET frameworks

Agile methodologies

SQL

Secure coding practices

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Oracle/SQL Server

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

Azure DevOps

MS Office

MS Teams

Adobe Suite

Job description

Software Engineer – Software/Cyber Directorate

MERC, a research institute of Mercer University, seeks a Software Engineer to develop and maintain web‑based and embedded software solutions, contributing to multiple projects under the direction of a Technical Lead.

Responsibilities

• Full stack software development.
• Develop embedded, engineering/scientific, web, machine learning and AI‑based software solutions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and senior developers on technical designs and development.
• Document software design using flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, self‑documenting code, inline comments, and other appropriate documentation.
• Develop software solutions by studying user requirements, data usage, and system flow.
• Provide project status to internal and external customers.
• Analyze source code and recommend software quality and performance improvements.
• Manage the software development life‑cycle.
• Decompose typical, non‑complex software requirements into actionable steps.
• Manage role‑based access control and access control lists for systems and devices.
• Prepare reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status.
• Direct system testing and validation procedures.
• Direct software programming and documentation development.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and other companies on software and cybersecurity projects.
• Comply with all Executive Director approved MERC‑wide policies and procedures.
• Adhere to approved MERC MSP quality management policies and principles, promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure familiarity with MERC core capabilities and identify opportunities to promote MERC to customers.
• Submit suggestions for new business opportunities or report identified customer problems to the Director of Acquisition Strategy via the Chief Engineer.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• Possession or ability to obtain Security+ CE Certification.
• Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, and Microsoft.NET frameworks including MVC, Web Forms and/or .NET Core.
• Experience in secure coding practices.
• Experience in database design principles and SQL.
• Experience with the agile framework and the software development life cycle.
• Experience developing testing strategies for components and applications.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle/SQL Server.
• Knowledge of Docker and/or Kubernetes.
• Experience with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Excellent communication skills to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Strong passion for software development.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Teams, and Adobe Suite.

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation/sick leave accrual and holiday pay.
• Other benefits as per MERC policies.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Merck University is an equal opportunity employer. The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, training programs, and more.