Software Engineer

QSSHire is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development and deployment of secure, cloud-native applications within a highly controlled environment. This role focuses on building scalable solutions, integrating cloud services, and supporting mission-driven technical requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain applications while translating mission needs into effective technical solutions., * Design, develop, and maintain secure web applications in a cloud environment

• Build and deploy applications using Java and Python
• Integrate AWS cloud services including Lambda, SNS, SQS, EC2, S3, EventBridge, and DynamoDB
• Design, develop, and maintain ElasticSearch/OpenSearch solutions
• Write and optimize complex queries across structured and unstructured datasets
• Develop and maintain Docker containers and images
• Utilize AWS CDK to manage infrastructure as code
• Perform system administration tasks in Linux environments
• Automate deployments, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues
• Collaborate with developers and technical teams to define infrastructure and deployment requirements
• Translate mission needs into technical requirements and solutions
• Document and communicate requirements to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Prioritize work based on mission objectives and operational needs

• Experience working within cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• Strong programming skills in Python and/or Java
• Experience with Linux system administration and shell scripting
• Experience building secure applications in controlled or regulated environments
• Hands-on experience with ElasticSearch or AWS OpenSearch
• Experience writing and tuning complex queries (SQL and search-based)
• Experience integrating AWS services (Lambda, SNS, SQS, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with AWS CDK (required)
• Experience building and managing Docker containers
• Ability to transform data into formats such as JSON, CSV, XML
• Experience working across multiple teams and organizational boundaries
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills, * Labor Category: Software Engineer
• Experience supporting cloud-based or distributed systems
• Experience working in secure environments
• Strong understanding of software development, operating systems, and networking, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, * Experience with tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, JADX, or APKtool
• Experience working with multiple cloud providers
• Experience with additional programming languages beyond Python and Java