Software Engineer/Developer with Security Clearance
Apply NowCompany: Northstrat Incorporated
Location: Sterling, VA 20166
Description:
Software Engineer / Developer Job Type: Full time, On-Site
Clearance Requirements: Existing TS/SCI Northstrat is seeking software developers to perform design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance at all experience levels. Positions vary, but include front-end, back-end, and full stack software engineering opportunities. On Northstrat projects, you will work with amazing teams of talented software engineers to provide strategic Information Technology solutions to meaningful problems across the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. You will solve unique and complex problems, using the latest technologies to create innovative solutions that are highly scalable and secure, utilizing DevSecOps and Agile development practices. Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and implement software enhancements to mission systems in Federal Government agencies * Integrate multiple applications and systems to streamline process workflows * Design, develop, document, test, and debug software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to mission problems * Use diagrams to document software functionality * Build scalable and secure solutions to mission problems * Communicate effectively when writing and/or contributing to end user instructions or manuals * Perform code reviews and provide feedback to your peers * Apply research and development techniques to progress product from an idea into production Required Skills * Creative problem-solving using innovative analytical solutions *Software Development with modern languages Desired Skills * Enterprise system development * Rapid prototyping and Agile based software development methodologies * Understanding of web application development concepts * Understanding DevSecOps pipelines for enterprise systems * Understanding of Frontend/Backend development * Working with modern databases * Developing automated testing * Working with Configuration Management software such as GIT * Understanding APIs and web service interfaces such as REST and GraphQL * Linux operating systems * NiFi automation * Development in microservice-based architectures * AWS APIs and deployment * Understanding of machine learning concepts Common Tech Stacks at Northstrat: * React, Angular, Vue.js, Javascript * Java, NodeJS, Ruby, Clojure, Python * Docker, Kubernetes, Redis, Kafka, SciPy, NumPy, Pandas * CM processes/tools: GIT, JIRA, Confluence Soft Skills * Teamwork * Communication Skills * Self-Motivated * Time Management Skills * Adaptability to an agile work environment Education and Certifications: * Bachelors or Masters preferred Preferred but not required based upon customer requirements: AWS Certification (Developer, DevOps and/or, Architect, etc.) and Security+ Certification Work/Life Balance
Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.
Pay Range
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.Wealsooffer competitive compensation, benefits,andprofessional development opportunities.Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.
Flex Time
Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. Johns IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.
Individual Benefits Account (IBA)
To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset the employee.
The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:
IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employees monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employees salary.
Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)
The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employees behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employees compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.
Stock Options
Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company.
Lifelong Learning
Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.
Join Our Talented Team
We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives.
Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.
Clearance Requirements: Existing TS/SCI Northstrat is seeking software developers to perform design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance at all experience levels. Positions vary, but include front-end, back-end, and full stack software engineering opportunities. On Northstrat projects, you will work with amazing teams of talented software engineers to provide strategic Information Technology solutions to meaningful problems across the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. You will solve unique and complex problems, using the latest technologies to create innovative solutions that are highly scalable and secure, utilizing DevSecOps and Agile development practices. Duties and Responsibilities: * Develop and implement software enhancements to mission systems in Federal Government agencies * Integrate multiple applications and systems to streamline process workflows * Design, develop, document, test, and debug software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to mission problems * Use diagrams to document software functionality * Build scalable and secure solutions to mission problems * Communicate effectively when writing and/or contributing to end user instructions or manuals * Perform code reviews and provide feedback to your peers * Apply research and development techniques to progress product from an idea into production Required Skills * Creative problem-solving using innovative analytical solutions *Software Development with modern languages Desired Skills * Enterprise system development * Rapid prototyping and Agile based software development methodologies * Understanding of web application development concepts * Understanding DevSecOps pipelines for enterprise systems * Understanding of Frontend/Backend development * Working with modern databases * Developing automated testing * Working with Configuration Management software such as GIT * Understanding APIs and web service interfaces such as REST and GraphQL * Linux operating systems * NiFi automation * Development in microservice-based architectures * AWS APIs and deployment * Understanding of machine learning concepts Common Tech Stacks at Northstrat: * React, Angular, Vue.js, Javascript * Java, NodeJS, Ruby, Clojure, Python * Docker, Kubernetes, Redis, Kafka, SciPy, NumPy, Pandas * CM processes/tools: GIT, JIRA, Confluence Soft Skills * Teamwork * Communication Skills * Self-Motivated * Time Management Skills * Adaptability to an agile work environment Education and Certifications: * Bachelors or Masters preferred Preferred but not required based upon customer requirements: AWS Certification (Developer, DevOps and/or, Architect, etc.) and Security+ Certification Work/Life Balance
Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.
Pay Range
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.Wealsooffer competitive compensation, benefits,andprofessional development opportunities.Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.
Flex Time
Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. Johns IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st.
Individual Benefits Account (IBA)
To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset the employee.
The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as:
IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employees monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employees salary.
Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)
The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employees behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employees compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP.
Stock Options
Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company.
Lifelong Learning
Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.
Join Our Talented Team
We hire the BEST employees and value each one. Since 2021, The Washington Post has recognized Northstrat among its "Top Workplaces". We think that your friends and family will like it here too, so we offer employee referral incentives.
Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.