Software Developer (Systems Software) 

The applications we develop aid analysts in solving complex analytical problems. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced software developer to design and develop AWS-based mission applications, working in a small project team in a DevOps environment, and help transition applications to a new environment where needed. The candidate would have the opportunity to work with DevOps engineers, other developers, and architects on applications of varying degrees of scale, risk and complexity. This includes some new development but also updating and maintaining existing systems to include adding new features and extending capabilities. 

What you will be doing: 

Duties may include, but not limited to:  

• Developing capabilities and updates for Linux-based applications in AWS cloud environments using Ruby and other languages. Currently using Ruby but will switch over to Terraform, so knowledge of both is a plus. 
• Working within DevOps frameworks and guidance;
• Ensuring recovery, supporting testing, and conducting O&M activities;
• Implementing comprehensive DevOps strategies and application requirements;
• Ensuring that performance, security, and other requirements are met;
• Supporting Security personnel in obtaining and maintaining ATO;
• Supporting internal meetings (e.g. staff meetings, schedule reviews, status meetings), external stakeholder meetings, and working groups.

What you need: 

• Demonstrated experience with full lifecycle application development;
• Demonstrated experience with full stack application development in an AWS environment;
• Demonstrated experience developing Linux-based applications;
• Demonstrated experience with developing in Ruby/Ruby on Rails and Terraform; 
• Demonstrated experience with library development (i.e. gems and modules);
• Demonstrated experience using distributed source control systems (i.e. Git and GitHub);
• Demonstrated ability working in a team environment as well as independently;
• Demonstrated ability managing applications and configurations;
• Experience conducting unit testing and troubleshooting.

Strong candidates will also have one or more of the following: 

• Excellent customer service skills;
• Experience communicating with customers, particularly schedules, issues, and status;
• Experience working under Scrum or similar methodology;
• Experience using multiple languages and frameworks (e.g. Python, Java, Javascript, vue, or others).

Clearance:Active TS/SCI with an appropriatepolygraphis required to be considered for this role. 

Who are we?Praxis Engineering* was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Annapolis Junction MD - with growing offices in Chantilly VA and Aberdeen MD. 

Praxis Engineering is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems.With over 300 employees supporting more than 50 contracts, Praxis brings together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies and proven agile management approachesto create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.  

*Praxis Engineering is a wholly owned subsidiary ofGeneral Dynamics IT.Why Praxis?We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission. We've been profitable year after year. We're always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do.We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do, and finding ways to do it better. 

And then there is the... 

Benefits 

• Attractive total compensation package to include competitive salary and medical benefits with an option for FREE employee HSA medical plan!
• Office perks such as free soft drinks and snacks (both healthy and not-so-healthy)
• Praxis swag (annual gift certificate to purchase top brand Praxis apparel)
• 401k contribution/match: combination of profit share/contribution (3.5%) and employer match (up to 4.5%) for a total of 8%.
• Annual bonus plan
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off 10 holidays comp time eligibility. (30 days of leave to start!)
  • We reward longevity! On your 5th work anniversary – you will receivean additional week of PTO to 5 weeks of PTO. Making it 35 days of leave altogether!
  • On your 10th work anniversary– you will receive an additional week of PTO to 6 weeks of PTO. Making it 40 days of leave altogether!
  • At any time, your unused PTO can be traded in for $$$!
• Carryover a max of 380hoursof leave from year to year. You can choose to have a sabbatical one year or trade in your unused PTO for something nice!
• Training is a priority!Take advantage of our endlessin-house training opportunities - or seek out vendor offered (paid) training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars.
  • Conferences(recently attended by Praxis employees): AWS Summit, IoT World, Black Hat and DefCon.
  • Training & Certifications:Splunk, AWS, Big Data/Cloudera, VMWare, Scrum Master...the list of certifications goes on and on!
  • Praxis University:Cyber Research, Data Analytics, IoT, AWS and RedHat course offerings and hands-on training.
• We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Praxis. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Praxis Engineering provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class.