Software Engineer - Federal Systems & Cybersecurity

electro soft; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrosoft Services, LLC is seeking a Programmer to design, develop, test, and maintain software across enterprise operations, APIs, and integrations. You will ensure quality through code reviews and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities include SDLC participation, deployment support, and modernization efforts within Federal environments, with adherence to security standards and best practices. U.S. Citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of software development experience.
• Experience developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining software applications and systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, C#, .NET, Python, JavaScript, or PowerShell.
• Experience with relational databases, SQL development and design concepts.
• Knowledge of SDLC practices and source control tools (Git, GitHub, GitLab, Azure DevOps).
• Experience with REST APIs, web services, and application integration concepts.
• Familiarity with Federal cybersecurity requirements and secure software development practices.
• U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, implement, and maintain software applications and program components supporting enterprise business and IT operations.
• Write, modify, debug, and optimize code in accordance with established development standards and best practices.
• Analyze functional and technical requirements and translate them into software solutions.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Develop and maintain web-based applications, desktop applications, APIs, scripts, and software integrations.
• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, systems engineers, architects, and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions.
• Perform software unit testing, integration testing, and defect resolution activities.
• Troubleshoot application issues and implement corrective actions to resolve defects and improve performance.
• Develop and maintain database queries, stored procedures, and related data processing components.
• Support application modernization and enhancement efforts to improve system functionality, maintainability, and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality, security, performance, and compliance with development standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, code documentation, release notes, and implementation guides.
• Assist with software deployment, release management, and production support activities.
• Support system integration efforts between applications, databases, third-party services, and enterprise platforms.
• Collaborate with testing teams and end users to support UAT activities.
• Maintain source code repositories and support version control processes using approved tools.
• Support Agile, Scrum, DevOps, or hybrid development methodologies.
• Monitor application performance and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure software solutions comply with organizational security requirements, accessibility standards, and industry best practices.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and development tools to support innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain software solutions supporting DHS and CISA mission requirements, including cybersecurity, risk management, compliance reporting, and enterprise service delivery capabilities.
• Support application integrations with federal systems, cybersecurity platforms, and mission-support applications.
• Assist in the development of automation capabilities that improve operational efficiency, reporting accuracy, and service delivery outcomes.
• Support modernization initiatives focused on secure, scalable, and resilient application development within Federal environments.

Skills

Java

C#

.NET

Python

JavaScript

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Git

GitHub

GitLab

Azure DevOps

Job description

Electrosoft Services, LLC is seeking a Programmer to design, develop, test, and maintain software across enterprise operations, APIs, and integrations. You will ensure quality through code reviews and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities include SDLC participation, deployment support, and modernization efforts within Federal environments, with adherence to security standards and best practices. U.S. Citizenship required.