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# Software Engineer I

- **Company:** Black Eagle Defense
- **Location:** Edgewater, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, C (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Algorithm Design, Big Data, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Software Code Optimization, Software Debugging, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Regression Testing, Ansible, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Containerization, Information Technology, Front End Software Development, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/869d1e06-e9dd-4f53-807f-9d73ea5fb968

## About the Role

* Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in software engineering within programs of similar scope and complexity.
 * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered).
 * Technical Proficiency: Expert-level command of at least one major language: Python, C, C++.
 * Environment: Proven track record developing for both Windows and UNIX environments, including shell scripting and automation., * Full-Lifecycle Development: Design, code, and debug applications while articulating the underlying methodologies to stakeholders.
 * Data & Performance: Experience managing large-scale datasets, implementing advanced algorithms, and performing deep-level system optimization.
 * Testing & Quality: Develop and execute comprehensive test procedures, including Unit, Integration, and Regression testing.
 * DevOps Integration: Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Ansible, Jenkins, or Bamboo).

Desired Skills

 * Experience in Front End development.
 * Ability to deliver high-quality code under strict resource and performance constraints.