Senior Software Engineer - Tampa, United States - CHICKASAW NATION INDUSTRIES INC

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

****This position is contingent upon contract award ****

SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team supporting the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the development, administration, implementation, and maintenance of custom developed applications and databases for the enterprise. Your expertise in application development and management will be crucial in supporting the mission-critical operations of USSOCOM. Join us in our mission to provide innovative solutions on a resilient global network and connect highly mobile and capable SOF professionals to the information they need.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain current DoD Top Secret clearance and eligible for SCI access and NATO and ACCM read-on.
• AWS or Azure DevOps Certification Preferred.
• USSOCOM experience preferred.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Develop and sustain new applications on various platforms, including cloud and mobile, in accordance with DoD and organization regulations, directives, and customer procedures.

Administer, implement, and maintain custom developed applications and databases for the enterprise, ensuring compliance with network standards and security requirements.

Upgrade and containerize legacy applications to enhance network security and performance.

Provide operation and maintenance support for current and legacy applications, ensuring their availability and optimal performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions that meet the specific requirements of USSOCOM.

Conduct thorough testing and debugging of software applications to ensure their functionality, reliability, and performance.

Collaborate with database developers to design and optimize database structures and queries for efficient data retrieval and storage.

Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends and provide recommendations for the adoption of new tools and frameworks to enhance software development processes.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications and software designs.

Collaborate with the operations and maintenance team to ensure a smooth transition of new capabilities into the production environment.

Maintain accurate documentation of software designs, development processes, and project status updates.

Provide elevated Tier technical customer support for developed applications and projects, resolving escalated trouble tickets and functional problems.

Provides feedback to analysis/training staff about performance considerations, usability issues concerning software specifications and implementation.

Researches and recommends software tools to management.

Provides assistance to testers and supports personnel as needed to determine system problems.

Reviews, to the extent possible, changes in code and the environment that will affect system performance.

Provides recommendations to management concerning issues of programmer productivity and software development management.

Responsible for aiding in own self-development by being available and receptive to all training made available by the company.

Plans daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor's instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.

Responsible for keeping own immediate work area in a neat and orderly condition to ensure safety of self and coworkers. Will report any unsafe conditions and/or practices to the appropriate supervisor and human resources. Will immediately correct any unsafe conditions to the best of own ability.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in software development, with a focus on application development and management.

• Strong proficiency in the below:
• Java
• Web Apps: Angular, NodeJS, Net Core, SQL, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio
• Databases: MS SQL Server
• M365/SharePoint
• Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps)
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and mobile application development frameworks.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
• Strong knowledge of database design and development, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex software issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

Expert knowledge of standard development tools.

Expert knowledge of networking technologies from a programmer's perspective.

Good knowledge of security and encryption.

Knowledge of user interface (UI) solutions, Service Management solutions and SQL, .NET and Legacy development.

Knowledge of end-to end application architecture with awareness of hardware, operating systems software, application programs, and networks.

Advanced knowledge of programming patterns.

Good knowledge of mathematical and statistical principles and formulas.

Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff.

Extremely advanced technical skills.

Exceptional analytical skills.

Highly organized and extremely detail-oriented with ability to quickly grasp business needs and issues.

Ability to facilitate conference calls, manages expectations and coordinate deliverables.

Ability to adhere to regularly scheduled business hours.

Ability to write proposals or technical papers.

Ability to learn new programming languages quickly.

Ability to perform work of high difficulty in designing, writing, editing, modifying, and debugging computer programs.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

CNI CORE COMPETENCIES

Responsible for the integration of CNI Core Competencies into daily functions, including commitment to integrity, knowledge/quality of work, supporting financial goals of the company, initiative/motivation, cooperation/relationships, problem analysis/discretion, accomplishing goals through organization, positive oral/written communication skills, leadership abilities, commitment to Affirmative Action, reliability/dependability, flexibility and ownership/accountability of actions taken.

COMPLIANCE

Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance with all applicable rules (federal, state, local, Federal Acquisition Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, Prime Contract requirements, etc.) for themselves and the company as a whole. Fosters an environment in which they will report any violations or reasonably suspected violation of CNI policy, FAR, and/or CFR and are comfortable discussing the myriad compliance, conflict, FAR, CFR, etc. issues that arise during the performance of a government contract.

EOE including disability/vet.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us