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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Systems Integrator - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Cloud Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Information Engineering, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Security, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Distributed Systems, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), JSON, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Parquet, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Pandas, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Integration Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Api Design, Stream Processing, Data Pipelines, Golang - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/543aca37-47b1-4c92-9b43-a7af29e1213b ## About the Role Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field and nine (9) years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree and seven (7) years of relevant experience. Equivalent years of directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in one or more of the following roles: Software Systems Engineer, Data Engineer, or Software Engineer. Experience should include designing and integrating complex software architectures, ETL pipelines, and scalable systems for secure data exchange. Proficiency in integrating data feeds, APIs, and distributed systems is required. Technical Skills: Strong programming skills in Java, Python, and SQL. Proficiency with data formats such as CSV, JSON, and XML. Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines. Expertise in troubleshooting performance bottlenecks and compatibility issues. Strong collaboration skills in cross-functional Agile teams. Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position., * Additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CCSP) or certifications in data engineering, cloud architecture, or software networking. * Familiarity with additional programming or scripting languages such as Rust, Go (Golang), R, or Python libraries like Pandas is a plus. * Experience with cloud-focused programming (e.g., working with APIs, cloud SDKs). * Familiarity with event-driven architectures or stream-processing technologies like Kafka or RabbitMQ. * Proven ability to work in secure environments, performing installations and integration events in restricted areas. * Proficiency in lightweight scripting to automate data transformations. * Knowledge of software design patterns and distributed system architectures. * Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. ## Description * Take initiative to drive integration efforts forward by coordinating across teams and stakeholders. * Collaborate with external stakeholders and internal teams to capture and analyze data feed requirements. * Employ and refine repeatable data feed integration processes to ensure efficiency, consistency, and scalability. * Analyze unique or technically challenging data exchange requirements, designing tailored solutions. * Write comprehensive data mappings between external data formats (CSV, JSON, XML, Parquet, ORC, etc.) and the program's internal data structures. * Create, update, and present system diagrams, integration workflows, and technical architecture artifacts. * Write and maintain actionable Jira tickets to guide development work. * Partner with cybersecurity teams to validate architecture changes and meet security requirements. * Oversee end-to-end testing for new data feed integrations, identifying and resolving issues. * Engage in lightweight scripting and software development tasks to enable custom data transformations. ## Related Videos - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [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) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)