Davidson is seeking a Jr. Software Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL. (Contingent upon funding) *

This position is an integral part of a fast-paced, innovative program involving developing and implementing an integrated Command and Control (C2) platform. The program works cross-functionally with innovative team members skilled in High-Performance Computing (HPC), Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Engineering and Analysis, DevSecOps, and Cybersecurity.

All team members should be able to:

• Experiment with innovative theories, ideas, and concepts to expand the realm of the possible
• Self-organize and participate in an agile development lifecycle
• Ask questions and build consensus within a cross-functional team
• Provide design inputs and collaborate to decompose, estimate, and refine backlog requirements
• Communicate and collaborate through verbal and visual methods (including diagramming, white-boarding, 1-pagers, etc…)

Experience Level: Junior Technical Professional

High-Level Role and Responsibilities:

• The Software Engineer will work as part of a cross-functional team to support an innovative product's development and AI efforts
• The primary responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing micro-services and integrating AI with M&S solutions
• This includes developing software components, conducting code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, building processes, testing, and operations
• The role requires excellent collaborative skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the product owner, developers, engineers, and cybersecurity

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 1- 4 years of experience in software development
• Experience in developing in a Linux and Windows environment
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language such as C++, Python, Java, or other.
• Excellent collaborative skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of best practices for the full software development life cycle including coding standards, code reviews, build process, testing, and operations

Desired Competencies/Experience/Certifications:

• Familiarity with Git, GitLab, and Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence)
• Experience with web protocols (REST, gRPC, PubSub)
• Experience in containerization, micro-services, and/or web app front ends
• Experience with Agile software development practices and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and processes

Clearance Requirements:
Currently holds or able to obtain Top Secret SCI Clearance