What are the responsibilities and job description for the Back End Software Engineer (TS Clearance Required) position at northpointtechnology?
North Point Technology’s FS2 Aero team seeks an experienced Backend Support Software Developer to enhance existing code and integrate solutions for the Aeronautical Navigation Office. The ideal candidate has strong software development expertise and coding skills across diverse tools and projects. You will collaborate with our teams to resolve complex technical issues, support incident response, and drive continual system improvements.
Program core hours are 9am-3pm ET. Evening or weekend work can be required (approx. 2 times a month but can vary by mission requirements). When required, schedule changes will be arranged.
This program requires employees to have an active TS clearance
Responsibilities:
This role supports the development of innovative systems for analytics, exploitation, production, and dissemination using web, remote desktop, and cloud technologies. Candidates should have 3 years of Python and C#/Java framework experience, 4 years with unit testing, CI tools, and GitLab, and expertise in cloud/SOA/web services or virtualization. The role also requires the ability to plan and prioritize in Confluence/Jira environments and communicate ideas clearly across diverse audiences.
Required Skills/Experience:
- Requires a BS in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related discipline and 4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 years of prior relevant experience; OR 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
- Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI post hire
- DoD 8570 compliance
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex backend issues involving REST APIs, databases, and applications.
- Proficient in C#/Java with working knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Develop and document functionality in GitLab repositories, applying DevOps practices to deliver features within an Agile framework.
- Contribute to Agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, increment planning) and support iterative testing using Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence).
- Apply cloud computing expertise to administer systems, modify GOTS code, and integrate open-source solutions into web applications. Responsibilities include API development, database integration, and enabling interaction with Redux/React frameworks for visualization and data filtering, with best practices in unit and build testing.
- Collaborate with team members to review tickets, ensure proper testing, and deliver functionality aligned with User Story Acceptance Criteria.
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Linux and/or Windows system administration
- DoD Aeronautical Datasets
- AWS cloud formation templates
- Node, NPM, Swashbuckle, REST API, Sass
- C# Developer, DevOps certification
- Team Collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence)
Qualifications
- Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance
- BS in Information Systems, Computer Science of closely related discipline and 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 years of prior relevant experience.
North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems.
At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.
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