Software Engineer Level III
Job Summary
The Software Engineer Level III at Beyond SOF is responsible for supporting the development,
integration, and troubleshooting of client enterprise architectures using Blue Light’s Blue Fusion
technology. The engineer assists in the development, implementation, and leading management of
technology-based business solutions to improve our clients’ data delivery approach.
The engineer will code, test, implement, and help document configuration changes and assist in the
design of software applications to meet both functional and technical requirements.
Following is a summary of the functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and
minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may vary.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
• Development of ETL processes using Python, Java, .NET/C#, or similar OOP languages.
• Quickly understand existing code and contribute in a way consistent with prior coding
conventions.
• Architecture planning using advanced knowledge of SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, DB2 and
data modeling.
• Align architectures to the customer’s strategic goals/objectives (roadmaps, mission
capabilities).
• Identify areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these
modifications.
• Design and implement REST APIs for data processing clients including our data store, web
client, and 3rd party plugin.
• Lead the design, development, and testing of features/functions delivered via platform
components and/or services that are highly scalable, available and reliable.
• Create new architecture designs and integrate new architectural features into existing
infrastructures while maintaining the integrity and security of enterprise-wide analysis systems
and networks.
• Apply external interface requirements to architectural products; documenting external
operational and system data exchanges.
• Provide engineering recommendations based on ETL technologies.
• Evaluate architecture impacts in response to customer needs.
• Compile industry best practices and lessons learned into future iterations and new designs.
• Work with the Development Team to design data models and software functionality that
support large-scale highly available services.
• Provide on-call support and handle escalation requests in a timely manner that ensures
customer satisfaction. Track issues from production support to ensure long-term resolutions
are achieved.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge of system engineering processes, particularly architecture analysis and evaluation of
alternatives.
• Knowledge of various computer operating systems, including hardware drivers and hardware
interfacing.
• Knowledge of Python, Java, .NET/C#, or similar OOP languages.
• Ability to follow good software engineering practices such as code review, source control,
continuous integration and testing.
• Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal / organizational skills, and be able
to demonstrate an ability to understand complex regulations/procedures.
• Must be capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Education and Experience:
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or similar technical
discipline.
• Demonstrated experience (5-7 years) performing architectural definition and analysis.
• Must have a security clearance or have the ability to obtain one.
• Must have experience with architecture modeling, supporting methodologies, and notation set
background across both structured and object-oriented techniques. Should have a strong
understanding of software development to include having practical experience in building
various product views utilizing ETL tools.
• Must have broad based experience in the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and be able to
apply this experience to specific analytical initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
• Other Software Development certifications by recognized Government or academic institution.
• Demonstrated experience developing with advanced systems engineering concepts and/or
tools.
• Demonstrated operational experience with intelligence systems.
• Working knowledge of IBM’s i2 Solutions.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period of time.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.
Travel Requirements:
Some travel may be required. This position is remote.