Forward Deployed Software Engineer, US Government

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Washington, DC, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
1 year minimum
Compensation
$135,000.0 - $200,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) JavaScript (Programming Language) Amazon Web Services Big Data C++ (Programming Language) Cloud Computing Continuous Integration Information Engineering Data Files Distributed Systems Python (Programming Language) Software Engineering
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SQL Databases Systems Integration Web Application Frameworks ReactJS Backend AngularJS Restful APIs Data Pipelines Legacy Systems Microservices

Job description

  • Deploy and configure software platforms in government environments, ensuring systems are operational and mission-ready.
  • Build and enhance backend systems, data pipelines, and integrations utilizing Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, and C++.
  • Design and implement REST APIs, microservices, and distributed system components tailored to client needs.
  • Collaborate with government analysts to identify requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver rapid solutions.
  • Manage systems integrations across complex federal IT environments, often involving legacy systems.
  • Support data engineering initiatives, ensuring reliable ingestion and transformation of large datasets.
  • Act as a technical liaison between engineering teams and government clients, translating operational needs into actionable tasks.

Requirements

Software Engineering, Government, Software Engineering, Government, Secondary Markets, Funding, Software Development, Data Sets, Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, * 1 to 6 years of hands-on experience in software engineering with proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript, SQL, or C++.

  • Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and REST API design.
  • Experience in client-facing or deployment-focused roles, demonstrating adaptability and effective communication skills.
  • US Citizenship is required due to the nature of government contracts; candidates must be willing to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred

  • Experience in defense technology, GovTech, or consulting, particularly with mission-oriented projects.
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP) and CI/CD systems, as well as modern JavaScript frameworks like React or Angular.

Benefits & conditions

The salary for this role ranges from $135K to $200K, reflecting the candidate’s experience and expertise. The company offers a hybrid work environment, fostering collaboration and flexibility.

About the company

We’re representing a dynamic organization that builds and deploys consequential software platforms, empowering government agencies, defense sectors, and healthcare organizations to analyze complex data sets. Their innovative solutions enable clients to integrate and visualize large volumes of information, driving impactful decisions at scale. With a strong focus on national security, this company collaborates closely with federal stakeholders to tackle mission-critical challenges.

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