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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Gateway Geospatial Group
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, HTML5, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Data Distribution Service, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Monitoring of Systems, Junit, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Node.Js, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Queueing Systems, RabbitMQ, Redis, Ansible, Prometheus, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, Data Streaming, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Express.js, Grafana, Cypress (Programming Language), Backend, Git, Vue.js, Event Driven Architecture, AngularJS, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Terraform, Stream Processing, Software Version Control, Elk Stack, Microservices
- **Published:** July 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9014717/software-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
 * 3+ years of experience in full-stack software development
 * Strong proficiency in React.js, including hooks, state management, and component lifecycle
 * Solid experience with Node.js and Express.js for backend development
 * Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL database design, optimization, and administration
 * Working knowledge of Java for enterprise application development
 * Experience with Apache Kafka for event streaming and message processing
 * Practical experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration and deployment
 * Proven experience working in Agile development environments (Scrum/Kanban)
 * Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture
 * Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows

 * Experience with RTI DDS (Data Distribution Service) for real-time distributed systems
 * Knowledge of additional JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, Angular) or TypeScript
 * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native development
 * Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
 * Experience with automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, JUnit)
 * Knowledge of message queuing systems beyond Kafka (RabbitMQ, Redis)
 * Understanding of security best practices and implementation in web applications
 * Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra) and data modeling
 * Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
 * Experience with performance optimization and system scalability
 * Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline implementation
 * Agile certification (CSM, PSM) or demonstrated leadership in Agile practices

## Description

Join our dynamic development team to build scalable, high-performance applications using modern technologies and best practices. We're seeking an experienced Software Developer to contribute to full-stack development projects, work with distributed systems, and help drive our technical innovation forward. You'll be working in a collaborative Agile environment where your expertise in React, Node.js, and enterprise-grade technologies will make a direct impact on our products and services.

 * Design and develop responsive web applications using React, HTML5, CSS3, and modern JavaScript frameworks
 * Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js/Express.js and Java
 * Develop and optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures in PostgreSQL
 * Implement event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming
 * Deploy and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes in cloud environments
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum development methodology
 * Participate in code reviews, technical design sessions, and sprint planning meetings
 * Write comprehensive unit tests, integration tests, and maintain high code quality standards
 * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the full application stack
 * Implement CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for automated testing and deployment
 * Monitor application performance and implement optimizations for scalability
 * Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing


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