Software/Systems Engineer
NS2 Mission · Arlington, VA · 1 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Core Competencies
- Agile Program Execution & Technical Leadership
- Software Engineering & Full Stack Development
- Systems Engineering & Integration (COTS/GOTS/Open Source)
- Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization & DevOps
- Network Engineering & Secure Communications
- Data Engineering, ETL, Analytics & Visualization
- API Development & Microservices Architecture
- Cybersecurity, RMF, A&A & Accreditation
- Mobile, Geospatial & Tactical Systems (ATAK, GIS)
- Knowledge Management, Documentation & Training
Required Skills & Responsibilities
Agile & Program Execution
- Lead and support Agile/Scrum teams through sprint planning, backlog grooming, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
- Translate mission and customer requirements into features, user stories, and technical deliverables
- Cook up dependencies and technical risks across engineering, security, and operations teams
- Support governance activities, stakeholder engagement, and program reporting
Software Engineering, DevOps & Cloud
- Design and develop full-stack applications and RESTful APIs using modern frameworks
- Build responsive web and backend services using Java, Python, Node.js, Spring Boot, Golang, and related technologies
- Maintain and modernize legacy applications for scalability, performance, and security
- Implement CI/CD pipelines and automation using Git, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, and scripting tools
- Design, deploy, and manage hybrid and cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Support containerized platforms, Kubernetes, virtualization, and VDI environments
Systems, Network & Data Engineering
- Configure and maintain secure LAN/WAN environments, VPNs, firewalls, and routing protocols
- Design and support secure system architectures integrating COTS, GOTS, and custom solutions
- Build and manage ETL pipelines, data models, and analytics platforms
- Develop dashboards, metrics, and visualization tools using Tableau, Elasticsearch, and custom solutions
Architecture, Security & Accreditation
- Design and support microservices, event-driven, and distributed system architectures
- Implement fault tolerance, high availability, and system resiliency
- Support RMF, A&A, ICD-503, and ATO lifecycle activities
- Apply FISMA controls, manage POA&Ms, and support vulnerability remediation
- Harden cloud, endpoint, and mobile systems against cyber threats
Mobile, Geospatial & Mission Support
- Develop and support mobile applications using secure mobile frameworks
- Integrate GIS, ATAK, and geospatial data workflows into enterprise systems
- Support field operations, secure communications, and mobile readiness
Documentation, Training & Communication
- Develop SOPs, CONOPS, system architecture diagrams, and technical documentation
- Deliver executive briefings, sprint reports, and stakeholder updates
- Support knowledge management platforms and collaboration tools
- Provide technical support, training, onboarding, and operational readiness support, including on-call coverage as required
Position Clearance Requirement
TS/SCI FSP