Software Engineer (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

GCI; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GCI seeks a hands-on Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and debug complex software for Windows, Android, and Linux platforms. You will work in an Agile environment, delivering robust solutions with little supervision.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of software development experience, proficiency in Java, C#, Python, and Bash, and a track record of building user-facing applications. A US citizen able to obtain TS/SCI with Polygraph is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 8 or more years of software development experience.
• Experience on Windows, Android and Linux platforms.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, Python, Bash.
• Experience creating user-facing applications and interfaces.
• Self-starter with ability to handle competing priorities with limited supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new software applications and systems.
• Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements to existing applications.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software.
• Act as Configuration Manager for software and hardware platforms.
• Collaborate with team members in an Agile environment.
• Suggest continuous improvement and advance capabilities.

Skills

Windows development

Android development

Linux development

Java

C#

Python

Bash

Agile experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Maven

Gradle

Spring Boot

Job description

GCI embodies excellence, integrity and professionalism. The employees supporting our customers deliver unique, high-value mission solutions while effectively leverage the technological expertise of our valued workforce to meet critical mission requirements in the areas of Data Analytics and Software Development, Engineering, Targeting and Analysis, Operations, Training, and Cyber Operations. We maximize opportunities for success by building and maintaining trusted and reliable partnerships with our customers and industry.

At GCI, we solve the hard problems. As a Software Engineer, a typical day will include the following duties:

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Software Engineer will design, develop, test, and debug complex new software products, and/or make significant enhancements to existing software. The ideal candidate is a hands-on software developer with experience in application development on Microsoft Windows, Android, and Linux. They must have strong, firsthand technical expertise in software development and the proven ability to create robust solutions. They must be at ease working in an Agile environment with little supervision. This person should embody a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop new software applications and systems.
• Provide ongoing maintenance, support, and enhancements to existing applications and systems.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and provide customer support for software applications and systems.
• Work as Configuration Manager of the organization’s software and hardware platforms.
• Collaborate with team members.
• Work in an Agile software development environment.
• Provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work with the team to sustain and advance our organization’s capabilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
• 8 or more years of related software development experience.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience developing and debugging applications on multiple platforms: Windows, Android, and Linux.
• Experience developing and debugging software written in Java, C#, Python, Bash.
• Experience creating user-facing applications and interfaces.
• A self-starter and capable of delivering on multiple, competing priorities with little supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Background or interest in computer/digital forensics.
• Experience developing mobile applications for Android or Apple iOS.
• Experience developing web applications using HTML, CSS, PHP, Spring Boot.
• Experience with Linux systems and networking technologies.
• Experience with Scrum/Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with build technologies like Maven and Gradle.

*A candidate must be a US Citizen and able to obtain TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans