Software Developer (Mid) TS/SCI

Amentum is searching for a Software Developer to join our team in Arlington, VA, supporting a DoD Special Programs customer in developing a new application in AWS GovCloud. The mission is to modernize and sustain a secure, web-based platform that consolidates critical government workflows, enabling automated data management, role-based access control, and multi-level security capabilities in support of national security operations.

Schedule

• Work is typically performed Monday through Friday, 8-hour days onsite.
• Flexibility within a 2-week pay period to reach 80 hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and debug new software or enhancements to existing software.
• Work with technical staff to understand and resolve software problems.
• Address customer complaints about software and respond to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
• Apply expertise on multiple complex work assignments, including business applications, user requirements, performance, quality, interface, and security.
• Assist in the development of software user manuals.
• Responsible for desktop design, testing, security lockdown implementation, integration with standard software packages, and automated patching and deployment technologies.
• Document and train users, including automating application and configuration deployments and updates.
• Operate with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems.
• Contribute to deliverables and performance metrics for complex infrastructure assignments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience collectively with the following:
  • Developing, testing, and deploying back-end software in Java, JavaScript, Go, Python, TypeScript, or .NET.
  • Developing, testing, and deploying Java software using the latest versions of the Java Development Kit.
  • Implementing and using backend frameworks such as Java Spring, Node.js, Go Gin, AngularJS, React, NextJS, NestJS, Google Web Toolkit, Hibernate, and Struts.
  • Software development lifecycle processes, including Agile development.
  • Software design patterns and antipatterns.
  • Development tools (Git, integrated development environments, code quality tools, etc.).
  • Working across multiple teams in an Agile development environment.
• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance adjudicated in the last 5 years or designated Continuous Evaluation (CE), with the ability to obtain and maintain special accesses.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field. In absence of a degree, additional years of experience may be substituted.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Required certifications:
  • AWS Solutions Architect – Associate (minimum); Professional preferred.
  • AWS SysOps Administrator – Associate or AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional.
  • Security+ CE.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a DoD Authority to Operate (ATO) or FedRAMP authorization process.
• Familiarity with DISA STIG compliance requirements and implementation.
• Experience operating PostgreSQL on Amazon RDS, including patching coordination and backup/restore validation.
• Experience with Keycloak or equivalent OIDC/SAML identity provider integration in a GovCloud environment.
• AWS Security – Specialty certification.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, Terraform, Splunk, HashiCorp Vault, JIRA, Jenkins, and Ansible.
• Amazon Web Services GovCloud.
• Microsoft Windows Server and Linux.
• ITIL Foundation certification.

Pay

$130,000 – $145,000 per year.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.