Software Engineer - Special Operations Mission Systems

• Play a key role in designing, developing, deploying, and demonstrating feature-rich mission planning applications that support the nation’s most elite special operations warriors
• Work with your team to test, develop, peer review, and continuously integrate changes into the code base
• Conduct research for, report on, and create proof-of-concepts and prototypes for modern ways to support next generation aviation mission planning
• Learn emerging technologies and programming tools to keep you and your team as well equipped as possible

• Has a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field and at least 6 years of experience
• Has a background in developing mission planning applications for USASOAC, with specific focus on supporting the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment
• Actively programs with one or more of the following languages: C, C++, C#, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript
• Is a motivated and energetic developer that manages time well and can prioritize tasks to ensure projects are completed on time

• Engages with teammates, both virtually and face-to-face, to plan projects, seek out or provide help on issues, as well as present solutions to clients

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

Preferred Qualifications - Bonus points if you:

• Have experience using Windows Presentation Foundation for .Net Desktop Development
• Have experience using Web frameworks such as React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular
• Have any experience developing cross platform applications using Kotlin Multiplatform or .Net MAUI
• Have examples of code or applications you’ve built that we can check out
• Can demonstrate proficiency with AI-Assisted software development workflows
• Received one or more Scrum, Microsoft, Google Developer certifications or any other technical certifications

Pulled from the full job description

• Loan repayment program
• Tuition reimbursement
• AD&D insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, Benefits - What we do for you:
• Flexible work hours
• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
• Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
• 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
• Educational and growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment
• Certification reimbursement + bonuses and Learning Platform Subscriptions
• Catered tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
• Sponsored community and volunteer events, giving back to our community
• Monthly office social events; game night, cook outs and office parties

DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoW, federal, and commercial clients. We are committed to teamwork, a clear focus on the customer, and a belief that hiring talented individuals is essential to achieving our vision of being “Engineered to Exceed Expectations”.

Every day, DS2 engineers meet our client’s needs through problem-solving, teamwork, and technology-driven solutions. You can expect to work with a team of committed engineers that lives our core values in an environment where working hard is important and playing hard is just as important.

Please Note: You must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.