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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer, Senior / Fayetteville - **Company:** Lockheed Martin - **Location:** Fort Liberty, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Microsoft Azure, Profiling, Databases, Information Engineering, Data Structures, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Fault Tolerance, Github, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Machine Learning, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, OAuth, Open Web Application Security, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Redis, Prometheus, Ruby, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, TypeScript, Datadog, Data Logging, Data Processing, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, ReactJS, Grafana, Database Optimization, Caching, Cloudformation, Vue.js, Computer Equipment, Perf (Linux), Containerization, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Apache Kafka, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Terraform, Dynamic Programming, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gersbq ## About the Role Expertise in at least one major language: Java, Python, C\#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, C\+\+, Ruby Clean code practices \(SOLID, DRY, KISS\) Data structures & algorithms \(arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hashing, sorting, dynamic programming\) B\. System Design & Architecture Designing scalable, distributed systems Understanding of load balancing, caching, queues Designing RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL Microservices architecture C\. Databases SQL databases \(PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server\) NoSQL \(MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis\) Query optimization & schema design D\. Cloud & DevOps Fundamentals Experience with at least one cloud platform: AWS, Azure, GCP CI/CD pipelines \(GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI\) Containerization and orchestration: Desired Skills: A\. Advanced System Design Event\-driven architectures Distributed computing principles \(consistency, partitioning, fault tolerance\) Experience with high\-scale systems \(millions of users\) B\. DevOps & Infrastructure Infrastructure\-as\-code \(Terraform, CloudFormation\) Logging, monitoring, observability \(Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog\) C\. Security Knowledge Secure coding practices \(OWASP\) Identity & access management \(OAuth, JWT\) D\. Frontend Knowledge \(full\-stack roles\) React, Angular, Vue UI performance optimization E\. AI/ML or Data Engineering Exposure Machine learning basics or pipelines Data streaming frameworks \(Kafka, Kinesis\) F\. Performance & Optimization Profiling tools \(Perf, Jaeger, Chrome DevTools, JProfiler\) Database performance tuning Soft Skills Expected at Senior Level Ownership mindset Conflict resolution & team support Prioritization and roadmap planning Ability to work cross\-functionally \(QA, Product, UX\) **Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration\. **Clearance Level:** Top Secret ## Description As the Software Engineer your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: * Plans, conducts, and coordinates MS SQL development activities\. Designs, develops, documents, database architecture for new and existing software applications\. * Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle\. * Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be designed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used\. * Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition\. * \#mfcvets Why Join Us Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus \-if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you\. This position supports our Special Operations Forces - Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U\.S\. Special Operations Command's \(USSOCOM\) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services\. Learn more about SOF GLSS here\. This position is located in Fayetteville, NC Discover Fayetteville MUST BE A U\.S\. CITIZEN - This position is in direct support of a U\.S\. government contract that requires a company\-sponsored clearance to start\., **Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees\. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed\. 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