The FO team is seeking a junior level Software Developer to develop new and modify existing code and to integrate open-source software solutions for testing. Candidates must have familiarity across several code languages and be able to update, maintain and repair existing programs. New development uses Python making calls to external programs and interfacing with Jenkins continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) jobs and processes. Current focus is to develop and provide a user interface to schedule Jenkins jobs and monitor progress and output.

Responsibilities:

The Software Engineer 1 develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

Required Skills:

• Linux

• Python - comfortable with modules and API interface calls

• Bash/Shell scripting

• Must be familiar with:

• Elasticsearch and Logstash (ELK stack)

• NiFi

• Jenkins Application Program Interface

Nice to have:

• Ruby

• Microsoft Office environment - documentation and admin

• Linux security certificates

• Web development tools (Django or similar)

Requirements:

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.

• Debug existing software and correct defects.

• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.

• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.

• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environment.

• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.

• Write or review software and system documentation.

• Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project.

• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.

• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.

• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.

• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas.

• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.

• Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.

Clearance Required:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Minimum Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

• Four (4) years of additional SWE experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum Years of Experience:

• Seven (7) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

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Pay Transparency Verbiage

Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $142,000 to $162,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.