Forward Deployed Engineer
About the role
SkillStorm is actively seeking full-time Senior Software Developers for Forward Deployed Engineer roles for our government agency clients. An ideal candidate will have 2 years of Client-Facing consulting experience with a strong technical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and logical reasoning abilities. You will spend 6 weeks collaborating in team-based settings, undertaking diverse, real-world projects to prepare for seamless integration into our clients' operations.
Requirements
- Must possess a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, MIS, IT, or related STEM discipline
- 2 Years of previous W2 TECHNICAL experience required, including software development, application engineering, systems integration, or technical consulting
- Must be open to work in the DC/Northern Virginia area
- Must be eligible for a Secret US government security clearance
- Strong experience with API development and software programming using Java/J2EE, .NET/C#, JavaScript/Node.js, or Python
- Experience designing and consuming REST and/or SOAP integrations using Spring Boot, .NET Core Web API, Express, Flask API, or similar
- Strong SQL and relational database skills (Oracle, Postgres, SQL Server) and understanding in data modeling and normalization concepts
- Demonstrated experience delivering in Agile/Scrum environments using Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar
- Likely candidate will possess familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud, basic web UI development, and test automation
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. under SkillStorm's W2; not a C2C position
- EEO, including disability/vets
Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills along with a logical mindset to tackle complex challenges to develop effective and innovative solutions.
Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating clear and effective interactions with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
Skills
Ideal candidate will possess familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud, basic web UI development, and test automation
Benefits
Competitive salary
Enterprise level technology training and certification
Opportunity to work for enterprise companies and government agencies
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance with 401K
Continuous mentorship and support
About SkillStorm
Founded in 2002, SkillStorm was built on the mission of accelerating careers in high-demand technologies. We build customer-ready technology workforces for top Fortune 100 companies, government, and system integrators within the U.S. Through collaboration with our software partners and customers, we create and advance purpose-built technology experts with the custom tech stacks, clearances, certifications, and location requirements of our clients. As a result of a robust supply chain of experienced tech professionals, our clients realize their business initiatives faster, and significantly increase productivity with Day-One effective technology teams at scale.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.