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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** VTG Defense - **Location:** McLean, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Databases, Continuous Integration, Database Development, DevOps, Java Database Connectivity, Linux System Administration, Open Database Connectivity, Scrum Methodology, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Utility Software, Web Applications, Web Services, Enterprise Software Applications, Git, AngularJS, Jenkins - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88078574/1 ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI with Polygraph * Typically requires BS degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience * Experience with Angular. * Experience with Java. * Experience working on a SCRUM team supporting a Lean Agile Framework. * Experience with Git and Jenkins. * Demonstrated experience with web service design and development. * Experience with continuous integration, test automation, and DevOps. * Familiarity with Linux environments. * Experience translating system requirements into complex application interfaces. * Knowledge of Java Database Connectivity (JDBC), Open Database Connectivity (ODBC), or direct database interfaces. * Hands-on experience with Web Services, including REST and SOAP. * Familiarity with AWS services and working within an AWS environment. * Experience conducting quality assurance activities, including peer reviews. * Ability to develop and implement solutions within a dispersed team environment ## Description Provides engineering and programming support to projects and infrastructure support activities. Designs, develops, and modifies enterprise applications in a web environment, including general computer applications and specialized utility programs. Analyzes user and business needs, develops software solutions, and designs or customizes software to optimize operational efficiency. The Software Engineer may analyze and design databases within an application area, coordinate database development as part of a team, and support the design, development, deployment, maintenance, testing, and quality assurance of websites and web applications. What will you do? * Apply technical knowledge and guidance throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle. * Analyze user and business needs and translate functional requirements into software system designs. * Create advanced models and diagrams that communicate application requirements and software code needs to development teams. * Develop and modify enterprise web applications and supporting software solutions. * Translate formal and informal system requirements into complex application interfaces. * Analyze software project specifications, activities, and status and provide associated reporting. * Design and develop web services and application integrations. * Support database design and development within application environments. * Perform routine quality assurance activities, including peer reviews. * Support continuous integration, test automation, and DevOps activities. * Work effectively within a dispersed development team. * Provide technical guidance and work leadership to less-experienced analysts as needed. * Serve as a consultant across multiple programs and/or contracts within the division as required. * Remain current on industry technical trends, emerging technologies, and development standards. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [The Road to MLOps: How Verivox Transitioned to AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1050-the-road-to-mlops-how-verivox-transitioned-to-aws) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Enterprise-Cloud-Native - Fast-Paced Development & Deployment in a Highly Secure Banking Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/671-enterprise-cloud-native-fast-paced-development-deployment-in-a-highly-secure-banking-environment) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Best X (Twitter) Accounts for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/294-the-best-x-twitter-accounts-for-developers) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read)