1710 - Software Engineer II

About the role

Sigma Defense is seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team developing software solutions for communications, tactical, and hardware-integrated systems. This role involves a combination of desktop application development, web application development, backend services, hardware integration, and system testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain desktop and web-based software applications
• Develop and maintain software using C++, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and related technologies
• Develop desktop applications using frameworks such as Qt
• Develop and maintain modern web applications using frameworks such as Angular, React, or similar technologies
• Design and implement backend services, REST APIs, and real-time communication interfaces
• Integrate software with hardware devices, sensors, and external systems
• Develop and maintain Protocol Buffer message definitions and communication interfaces
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects throughout the development lifecycle
• Develop technical documentation, interface control documents (ICDs), user guides, and test procedures
• Support customer demonstrations, field testing, system integration activities, and operational evaluations

Requirements

• 3-4 years of software development experience (professional, internship, academic, or personal project experience considered)
• Experience with object-oriented software development principles
• Understanding of networking fundamentals and TCP/IP communications
• Experience using Git or similar version control systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving project requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small engineering team
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the year
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Candidate Differentiators

• Experience with Qt and desktop application development
• Experience developing web applications using Angular, React, Vue, or similar frameworks
• Experience developing REST APIs and backend services
• Experience with PostgreSQL, SQL databases, or database design
• Experience with gRPC and Protocol Buffers
• Experience with WebSockets and real-time data streaming
• Experience with Docker or containerized deployments
• Experience developing TCP/UDP network applications
• Experience working with geospatial technologies or mapping applications
• Experience programming embedded systems, microcontrollers, or Arduino-based devices
• Experience integrating software with hardware devices and external systems
• Experience with Team Awareness Kit (TAK) technologies, including ATAK, WinTAK, TAK Server, and Cursor-on-Target (CoT)

Computer Programs/Software

• C++
• Python
• Javascript
• TypeScript
• Linux

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study

Essential Job Duties

• Design, develop, test, and maintain desktop and web-based software applications
• Develop and maintain software using C++, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, and related technologies
• Develop desktop applications using frameworks such as Qt
• Develop and maintain modern web applications using frameworks such as Angular, React, or similar technologies
• Design and implement backend services, REST APIs, and real-time communication interfaces
• Integrate software with hardware devices, sensors, and external systems
• Develop and maintain Protocol Buffer message definitions and communication interfaces
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects throughout the development lifecycle
• Develop technical documentation, interface control documents (ICDs), user guides, and test procedures
• Support customer demonstrations, field testing, system integration activities, and operational evaluations

Pay

$43.27 per hour.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary