Description
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is actively seeking a highly qualified C++ Software Developer for software development for the Intelligence and Defense communities. The candidate assists senior software engineers with routine assignments using an AGILE process. Applies fundamental knowledge of operating systems and programming languages. Works on well-defined problems and learns under direct supervision. The successful candidate will be self-directing and able to work both independently and coordinate effectively across a broader team utilizing a variety of technologies. Possesses sufficient writing skills to prepare and generate technical reports and other documentation pertinent to the position.
If you are a Software Developer who is passionate about applying your expertise to solve problems of national importance, then we have the job you are looking for. You will be able to achieve your personal and professional goals in a stable environment that emphasizes and rewards the entrepreneurial spirit.
This is a hybrid schedule, Mondays and Thursdays at Prime Contractor site, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from home or ARA office.
C++ Software Developer Required Qualifications:
M * * ust be a U.S. Citizen with an active secret security clearance
BS in Computer Science / Mathematics / Physics / Engineering / Information Technology along with 4 years of relevant work experience
Strong foundation in software development and experience with C++, Java, Docker
Demonstrated experience going from problem statement to prototype to production-ready algorithms
Team player with excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills
C++ Software Developer Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with one or more of the following:
Kubernetes
Knative
Istio
Argo CD
Java
Typescript
Python
React
Golang
JavaScript
GitLab
Docker CI
Bash
YAML
Helm
Linux Graph
Playwright Test
Jest Test
Catch 2 Test
Junit Test
Pytest
JSON
Maven / Gradle
SQL
MongoDB
Elastic Search
Ability and desire to quickly learn new domains
Experience working on intelligence and DoD programs
Who is ARA?
Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,271 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement.
ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norms. The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice in what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women's Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments.
To find out more about Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/raleigh/
Qualifications
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Computer Science
Experience
Required
4 years: Relevant Work Experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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