Software Engineer - Java, Python, node.js, JavaScript, HTML (2026-0065)

acclaimtechnicalservices; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Acclaim Technical Services (ATS) is seeking a Software Engineer with TS/SCI w/ Poly to design, develop, and support mission‑critical Point‑of‑Entry systems worldwide from Reston, VA. The ideal candidate holds a relevant B.S.

in engineering and has at least 2 years of SWE experience performing duties related to this role. Responsibilities include system enhancements, reliability improvements, global upgrades, and collaboration with leadership to ensure on‑time delivery of features.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Software engineering/development experience.
• Proficient with Java, Python, Node.js, JavaScript, HTML.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect system enhancements and expansions using model‑based design principles.
• Incorporate reliability, availability, and maintainability concepts into designs.
• Plan and support global system upgrades to maximize uptime.
• Collaborate with program leadership to prioritize work and schedule delivery.
• Work within a team to develop software that supports Entry sites worldwide.
• Develop and optimize software development processes to maximize mission success.
• Rapidly troubleshoot and correct software discrepancies to maximize system availability.

Skills

Java

Python

Node.js

JavaScript

HTML

Client/server architectures

Data transport concepts

System problem analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Acclaim Technical Services, founded in 2000, is a leading cyber operations, intelligence solutions and operations, network infrastructure, engineering and business enablement and enterprise operations company supporting a wide range of U.S. Federal agencies. We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which is uncommon within our business sector. We see this as a significant strength, and it shows: ATS is consistently ranked as a top workplace among DC area firms and continues to grow.

We are currently recruiting for a Software Engineer with TS/SCI w/ Poly to join our team working in Reston, VA. In this role you will get to design, develop, and support mission‑critical Point‑of‑Entry systems around the world. The ideal candidate will have a relevant B.S. Degree and at least 2 years of relevant SWE experience performing duties specific to this functional role.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design and architect system enhancements and expansions using model‑based design principles
• Consider and incorporate reliability, availability, and maintainability concepts into system designs
• Plan and support execution of global system upgrades while maximizing uptime
• Collaborate with program leadership to prioritize work, form a development schedule, and ensure on‑time delivery of features
• Work within a team to develop software that supports Point of Entry sites worldwide
• Develop and optimize software development processes to maximize customer mission success
• Rapidly troubleshoot and correct software discrepancies to maximize system availability

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Appropriate experience in Software Engineering and/or Development
• Demonstrated experience with Java, Python, node.js, JavaScript, HTML
• Experience designing and developing client/server architectures
• Understanding of data transport concepts
• Experience analyzing system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience developing applications using a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline
• Experience performing integration with third‑party APIs
• Experience integrating with peripheral devices
• Previous work with Atlassian Jira and Confluence products
• Experience conducting multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

ATS is committed to a program of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, religion/creed, hairstyles and hair textures, handicap/disability, genetic information/history, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable law. We support the employment and advancement in employment of individuals with disabilities and of protected veterans, and we treat qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of their physical or mental disability or veteran status.