Full-Stack Software Engineer (Aurora, CO)

About the position

We are seeking a highly motivated Full Stack Software Engineer to support the design and development of cloud-based SIGINT microservices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to the operational mission for our Intelligence Community customer while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. As part of our innovative team, you will work with advanced development tools, collaborate with top-tier engineers, and play a key role in enhancing the security and effectiveness of national intelligence efforts. Be part of something greater, as you work to design, develop, and deploy state-of-the-art cloud-based software solutions that make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance of cloud-based software components for high-availability, resilient applications.
• Partner with end-user Analysts, Systems Engineers, and fellow Software Engineers to plan, design, and develop complex electronic data processing systems that deliver value to the Intelligence Community.
• Implement software solutions using a fast-paced Agile methodology, continuously iterating and enhancing capabilities.
• Work with modern frameworks and tools, including Java, Spring Boot/Spring Framework, Angular/Typescript, MongoDB, Docker, Kubernetes, and more.
• Leverage CI/CD tools (i.e. GitLab, GitLab Pipelines) to continuously build, test, and integrate software with efficiency and precision.
• Interface regularly with project managers and customers, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience with BS/BA, 3 years with MS/MA, 0 years with PhD. Additional 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Top Secret/SCI Clearance (active/current).
• Back-end development experience with Java (Spring/Spring Boot Framework).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (frameworks like Angular, React or Vue.js).
• Hands-on experience with databases; MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL or similar.
• Experience with GitLab (Pipelines, Automated CI/CD, SonarQube, SAST, Code Scanning, NexusIQ, Dependency Scanning).
• Experience with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with containerized systems.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices.
• Experience in user interface design principles and practices.

Nice-to-haves

• Security+ Certification.
• Kubernetes (RKE/RKE2), Docker, Helm.
• Messaging Platforms (RabbitMQ or similar).
• PKI Authentication/Certificates, Keycloak, OIDC.
• Observability tools (Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, Alert Managers).
• Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence), Cucumber/Selenium.
• Java 17, JUnit 5, Mockito.

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents.
• 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap.
• Ten company holidays.
• Annual merit assessments.
• Eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.