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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** SKILLSTORM INC.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Cursor, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Node.Js, Oracle (Applications), Webui, Microsoft Copilot, Standard Sql, Systems Integration, .NET Core, Spring-boot, AI Coding Agents, Backend, Build Management, Claude, Restful APIs
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18574411/Senior-Software-Engineer-New-York-New-York

## About the Role

* 3+ years of professional, full-time experience as a software developer
 * Proficiency in at least one of the following: Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript/Node.js. Experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot, .NET Core, Django, or Express is a plus, not a requirement
 * Experience building or consuming REST APIs
 * Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases (Oracle, Postgres, SQL Server, or similar)
 * Bachelor's degree in a technical field
 * U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Secret security clearance
 * Willingness to relocate
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills for client-facing work
 * W2 employment through SkillStorm; this is not a C2C opportunity

Nice to have (we'll train the rest)

 * Consulting or client-facing delivery experience
 * Agile/Scrum delivery using Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar tools
 * DevOps, CI/CD, cloud platforms, web UI development, or test automation
 * Exposure to AI coding tools such as Copilot, Claude, or Cursor. AI experience isn't required; we'll train you

Security clearance: your fast track

U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Secret security clearance are required. If you already hold an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, you're exactly who we want. Cleared developers and transitioning veterans with software experience move to the front of the line. Don't have a clearance yet? If you're eligible, we'll guide you through the process.

## Description

This role is designed for working software developers who are ready to move into AI. If your current title is Java Developer, Software Engineer, .NET Developer, C# Developer, Python Developer, JavaScript Developer, Node.js Developer, Full Stack Developer, Backend Developer, API Developer, Application Developer, Software Consultant, or Systems Integration Engineer, you already have the foundation. We'll handle the AI engineering training. AI experience isn't required to apply; you just need to be a solid developer who wants to become the engineer companies are searching for.

What you'll do

After six weeks of paid, team-based AI engineering training built around real-world projects, you'll deploy to our government and enterprise clients, ready to contribute from day one:

 * Build and deploy agentic AI applications within the client's cloud environment
 * Own delivery of a client-facing capability from start to finish, from problem framing through deployment and handoff
 * Work embedded alongside client engineers and stakeholders within their environment, tools, and constraints
 * Turn ambiguous business needs into scoped specifications and defensible architecture
 * Use AI-assisted development tools to speed up delivery, and build AI-enabled capabilities where they support the client's mission
 * Establish patterns other engineers follow, including reference implementations, coding standards, and review practices
 * Brief client stakeholders on progress, tradeoffs, and risks, and produce documentation that lasts beyond the engagement