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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # NextGen Platform Software Developer (Expert) - **Company:** BAE Systems - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Salary:** $149,603.0 - $254,317.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Information Leak Prevention, Relational Databases, Database Design, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Node.Js, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Query Optimization, Release Management, Cloud Services, Ansible, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, System Software, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Scripting, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Software Application Programming, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Nutanix, Data Pipelines, Docker, Jenkins, Crud - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3369523410&tx=JT9284TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field (e.g., Systems Engineering) * Minimum of 11 years of professional software development experience * Proficiency in object-oriented programming * Experience with modern frameworks and technologies such as Django, React, Node.js, TypeScript, and .NET * Hands-on experience developing solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or Oracle) * Strong understanding of DevOps practices and related tools (e.g., Jira, GitHub, Jenkins), including pipeline development, release management, and orchestration * Proficiency with scripting languages, preferably Python * Experience developing in both Windows and Linux environments * Ability to work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver effective technical solutions * Experience architecting, implementing, and maintaining solutions within cloud environments (e.g., AWS or Azure) * Strong documentation skills, including developing concepts of operations and standards of practice for tiered maintenance support * Ability to interface with senior leadership and provide regular status update * Experience with relational databases, including: * Database design and administration concepts * CRUD operations and query optimization * Implementing SQL commands within application code * Understanding of data protection and data loss prevention considerations * Experience developing applications intended to operate across multiple networks or environments, including: * Disconnected, restricted, or differently classified networks * Designing applications with portability, security boundaries, and deployment constraints in mind * Adapting development practices to meet varying compliance, accreditation, and operational requirements Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Ansible * Proficiency with containerization such as Kubernetes and Docker * Experience with Nutanix including certifications * Cloud certifications obtained within the last 5 years ## Description We are looking for experienced Software Developers to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer. This program delivers Enterprise Computing engineering services with modern technology solutions that function both on customer premise, and via remote Cloud services. As a mission-focused administrator that solves problems on the program, you will be expected to: recognize the issue(s), identify the facts, define additional data that would be helpful, make assumptions as necessary, determine alternative approaches, evaluate alternatives, make recommendations, alter assumptions and rework solutions, and reflect on lessons learned. ## Related Videos - [Rest API Antipatterns](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100208-rest-api-antipatterns) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [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) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe)