Software Engineer I
Overview
This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to contribute to mission-driven systems and grow within a collaborative, innovation-focused organization. The selected candidate will work across multiple platforms and technologies, supporting modern software development efforts including backend services, microservices architectures, and web-based applications.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications, services, and systems
- Integrate software components into complex, distributed development environments
- Support backend development and service-layer implementation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review system architecture, requirements, and code quality
- Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and code reviews
- Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance
- Contribute to technical documentation, including design artifacts and UML diagrams
- Support database design and schema development as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of mission objectives such as report writing
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must be skilled in the following areas:
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Java, C/C++, Python, or JavaScript
- Experience or familiarity with:
- Backend development concepts
- Software development across Windows, Linux, or Android environments
- Web applications and/or microservices architectures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and willingness to learn new technologies. Excellent in inter-personal communications with the team and the customers
- Team Player, Self-Motivated, Independent worker
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Node.js, Vue.js, or similar frameworks
- Exposure to full-stack web development
- Familiarity with UML modeling and software design documentation
- Experience designing or working with database schemas
- Prior experience supporting DEVCOM or similar DoD environments
- Understanding of military systems, operations, or terminology
- Active TS/SCI clearance
Clearance:
- Must have a current DoW clearance.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or similar.
- 1-5 years of software programming experience.
Location:
- Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland.
- This is a hybrid remote position based on the government customer’s approval. Must be onsite 3 days a week.
- Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Schedule flexing is available with the PM’s approval.
Travel:
- Possible travel; 10-15%
Join the Team:
Tech(x) is a customer centric team, both external and internal customers. This team supports each other to be successful on the job and in meeting the mission. Tech(x) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.