Software Engineer - AI & Applications

DS2; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Healthcare, dental, and vision

401K with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

DS2 is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer to contribute to mission-critical software supporting our warfighter. You will join a team delivering Windows desktop (WPF MVVM) and Android applications, as well as AI-powered microservice solutions.

The role involves agile collaboration, design, development, and demonstrations of software across diverse platforms. Requirements include a BS in software engineering or CS and 3 years of experience, proficiency in Java/C#/C/C++, and ability to obtain a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, CS, or a similar technical field and 3 years of experience
• Proficient in one or more listed languages (C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Typescript)
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance and work on government-related projects

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain applications using Windows desktop technologies like WPF using MVVM patterns
• Develop and deploy Android applications using Kotlin or Java
• Build distributed mission-critical AI-powered applications using microservices deployed via containers
• Design, develop, deploy, and demonstrate applications
• Work in an agile team to organize, manage, and complete work on products
• Test, develop, peer review, and continuously integrate changes into codebase
• Research, report, and prototype for R&D projects
• Learn emerging technologies and tools to stay equipped

Skills

C/C++/C#/Java/JavaScript/Typescript

US Citizenship

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

WPF MVVM

Kotlin

Java

Android

Docker

Microservices

Job description

Are you interested in creating mission critical software to support our warfighter? Do you want to work on a team developing new and emerging technologies? Are you open to new ideas, collaborating with teammates, teaching, and learning from others? If this is the kind of person you are, We are looking to add a Mid-Level Software Engineer.

Who is DS2?

DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoW, federal, and commercial clients. We are committed to teamwork, a clear focus on the customer, and a belief that hiring talented individuals is essential to achieving our vision of being “Engineered to Exceed Expectations”.

Every day, DS2 engineers meet our client's needs through problem-solving, teamwork, and technology-driven solutions. You can expect to work with a team of committed engineers that lives our core values in an environment where working hard is important and playing hard is just as important.

Please Note: You must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Responsibilities — What you’ll do:

• Build and maintain applications using Windows desktop technologies like WPF using MVVM patterns
• Develop and deploy a variety of Android applications using Kotlin or Java
• Build distributed mission-critical AI-powered applications using microservices deployed via containers
• Play a key role in designing, developing, deploying, and demonstrating applications
• Be a part of an agile team that works together to organize, manage, and complete their work on products
• Work with your team to test, develop, peer review, and continuously integrate changes into the code base
• Conduct research for, report on, and create proof-of-concepts and prototypes for R&D projects
• Learn emerging technologies and programming tools to keep you and your team as well equipped as possible

Required Qualifications — We need someone who:

• Has a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field and 3 years of experience
• Actively programs with one or more of the following languages: C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript
• Is a motivated and energetic developer that manages time well and can prioritize tasks to ensure projects are completed on time
• Engages with teammates, both virtually and face-to-face, to plan projects, seek out or provide help on issues, as well as present solutions to clients
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications — Bonus points if you:

• Have experience using Windows Presentation Foundation for .Net Desktop Development
• Have experience using Web frameworks such as React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular
• Have any experience developing cross platform applications using Kotlin Multiplatform or .Net MAUI
• Have a background in developing mission planning applications for the DoW
• Can demonstrate proficiency with AI-Assisted software development workflows
• Have proven experience building Android applications using Java or Kotlin
• Can build robust, scalable, event-driven, backends that are service-based or use structures such as microservices using containerization (Docker)
• Have any experience with Android Tactical Assault Kit development (TAK, ATAK, WinTAK)

Benefits — What we do for you:

• Flexible work hours
• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
• Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
• 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
• Educational and growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan repayment
  • Certification reimbursement + bonuses and Learning Platform Subscriptions
  • Catered tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
• Sponsored community and volunteer events, giving back to our community
• Monthly office social events; game night, cook outs and office parties

Standard HR Disclaimer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.