Software Engineer 3
Columbia Technology Partners
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Job summary
Columbia Technology Partners, Inc. seeks a Software Engineer 3 to design, build, and enhance complex software systems across data-intensive and real-time environments in the United States.
You will work independently or with a team to analyze requirements, implement solutions, and ensure high-quality delivery, with front-end Angular/RxJS and back-end Spring Boot in a diverse tech stack. The role emphasizes system design tradeoffs, performance optimization, and collaboration across teams; a
Qualifications
- 12+ years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; 4 additional years of relevant experience may substitute the degree.
- Experience developing and maintaining complex software systems, analyzing requirements and implementing software solutions, debugging, testing, and maintaining codebases, and working within structured software development methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance specifications
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions
- Debug and resolve software defects and performance issues
- Modify and enhance existing software to add new features or improve functionality
- Integrate software into new or existing systems and environments
- Develop algorithms and data processing solutions to meet system requirements
- Design and implement database queries and interfaces
- Write, review, and maintain technical documentation
- Contribute to system design, including hardware/software tradeoffs and reuse of existing components
- Support testing activities and validate software performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful solution delivery
- Recommend improvements to development processes, tools, and technologies
- Provide technical leadership as needed based on project scope
Skills
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Job description
Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems in support of mission and business objectives. In this role, you will design, build, and integrate software solutions across a range of environments, including data-intensive applications, real-time systems, and large-scale data platforms. You'll work independently or as part of a team to analyze requirements, develop new capabilities, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-quality software delivery. This position also involves contributing to system design, evaluating trade-offs, and recommending improvements to development processes and technologies. Ideal candidates will have experience with modern front‑end frameworks such as Angular and RxJS, along with familiarity in Spring Boot-based back-end development environments.
- Analyze user requirements and translate them into software design and performance specifications
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions
- Debug and resolve software defects and performance issues
- Modify and enhance existing software to add new features or improve functionality
- Integrate software into new or existing systems and environments
- Develop algorithms and data processing solutions to meet system requirements
- Design and implement database queries and interfaces
- Write, review, and maintain technical documentation
- Contribute to system design, including hardware/software tradeoffs and reuse of existing components
- Support testing activities and validate software performance
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful solution delivery
- Recommend improvements to development processes, tools, and technologies
- Provide technical leadership as needed based on project scope
- 12+ years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- 4 additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for the degree
- Experience developing and maintaining complex software systems, analyzing requirements and implementing software solutions, debugging, testing, and maintaining codebases, and working within structured software development methodologies.
- Experience with Angular and RxJS for front‑end development
- Familiarity with the Spring Boot framework
- Experience with a subset of the following technologies: Java, Spring (MVC, Data, Security) Kafka, JMS Oracle, Elasticsearch Docker, Kubernetes (K8s) Maven, Gradle GitLab, CI/CD pipelines
- U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
- Certification Requirements:
- DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is a Service‑Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way.
That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors.
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.
- Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
- Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
- Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
- Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
- Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; let's get where you're going, together.
CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in‑network and out‑of‑network options.
Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
401k - 6% company contribution
A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
Up to $10,000 provided for approved career‑related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
End of year cash gets added to your bottom‑line.
Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.
Salary: $170000.00 - $190000.00 per year
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