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Software Developer IAgile Defense · Aberdeen Proving Ground

Software Developer I

Aberdeen Proving GroundHybrid

AI Summary

Codes software components, units, and modules according to specifications; participates in test plan analysis and development; tests assigned components and provides results to senior developers.

About this role

About Agile Defense
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1684
Job Title: Software Developer I
Location: Hybrid, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Clearance Level: Interim Secret / Top Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start
Required Certification(s): Must Obtain Security Plus (+) or higher within 90 days of Hire

Job Description

  • Codes software components, units, and modules according to detailed specifications for client/customers.
  • Participates in analysis and development of test plans.
  • Tests assigned components and units. Provides test results and recommends corrections to senior developers.
  • Applies practical knowledge of one or more platforms and operating systems, and of programming languages such as C and C++.
  • Typically requires knowledge of one or more systems architectures such as client/server and distributed processing.

    • Education and Background

    Typically has a Bachelor's degree, and 0 - 2 years of experience, or equivalent relevant work experience; e.g., each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education required

    Years of Experience

    0 - 2 years

    Required Skills

  • Must possess at minimum an Interim Secret clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain an IAT-II (Security +) certification within the first 90 days of hire; 1+ years of experience developing in Java. Core Java (1.7+); multi-threading, concurrency, etc.
  • Experience with the following software and technologies: relational database with JDBC, preferably MySQL, JMS, preferably Artemis/Apache ActiveMQ.
  • Enterprise Service Bus, preferably XML, XSD, XSLT, XPATH, and Object XML mapping.
  • Continuous integration software, preferably GitLab.
  • Version control systems, preferably GitLab.
  • Automated software builds, preferably Apache Ant.
  • Must be able to work effectively under pressure and to deliver on tight timelines with minimal supervision.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communications skills.

    • Preferred Skills

  • BS or BA preferred but not required; Bonus Qualifications (not required): web programming languages, preferably PHP or JavaScript, REST and Web Services, SNMP traps, Apache HTTP server or Windows IIS, LDAP, and Active Directory.
  • Network Packet sniffing, Wireshark, Java PCAP libraries. Virtual Environments (VMWare ESX, Microsoft HyperV).
  • Java application software installation, preferably IZPack.
  • Experience with API integrations and development.

    • Working Conditions

  • General Office Environment.
  • Ability to operate effectively with a high level of independence.
  • Strong willingness to quickly explore and learn new skills.

    • Skills

    Apache ActiveMQApache AntArtemisCC++GitLabJavaJDBCJMSMySQLSecurity+XMLXPathXSDXSLT

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