Software Engineer

Build mission-critical software that makes a difference. NS2 Mission is seeking a talented Software Engineer to support a critical government program in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you'll develop and enhance secure, scalable applications that directly support mission operations. Working within an Agile development environment, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy modern software solutions using Java, Python, relational databases, and RESTful APIs.

If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges and building high-quality software in a mission-focused environment, we'd like to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable software applications and services.
• Develop backend solutions using Python.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs to support application functionality and system interoperability.
• Design, develop, and optimize solutions leveraging relational databases.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to define technical requirements and implement solutions.
• Troubleshoot software defects, performance issues, and system integrations.
• Participate in code reviews and promote software development best practices.
• Contribute throughout the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through deployment and sustainment.
• Support Agile development activities including sprint planning, development, testing, and retrospectives.
• Ensure solutions meet security, performance, and maintainability requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience developing applications using Java and Python.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Strong experience working with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL.
• Experience developing and maintaining software within Linux/Unix environments.
• Understanding software development best practices, including version control, testing, and code reviews.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing cloud-based applications, preferably within AWS environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with containerization technologies and microservices architectures.
• Experience with Git, Jenkins, Terraform, or similar development tools.
• Familiarity with Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, or other search technologies.
• Experience supporting government or intelligence community programs.

Position Clearance Requirement:

TS/SCI with an FSP

Please be aware, many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship

We win with inclusion

NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.