Software Developer

Software Developer
Clearance: None
At Aquila Technology, you will see our team's passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.
About the Role:
Aquila is seeking a

Software Developer to join our team in supporting one of the country's premier defense research organizations. The


to support a prototype knowledge management system
There are a few requirements for the position:
Must be a U.S Citizen (Green Cards / Visas do not qualify)
Willingness to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and maintain a personal security clearance. (Aquila would sponsor you for the security clearance.)
Must be within commutable distance of Lexington, Massachusetts.
Responsibilities:
Develops application software. Writing and implementing efficient code. Researches, designs, develops and implements software applications and systems. Involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates, designs and implements interface between hardware and software, operational requirements, cloud offering, system architecture, security and characteristics of overall system. Researching, designing, implementing and managing software programs. Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications. Determining operational practicality. Documents testing, client experience and maintenance of system corrections. May partner and collaborate with cyber security teams to ensure compliance with security standards. May develop and conduct unit tests.
What You'll Bring:
Familiarity with common database management systems (SQL and noSQL)
Experience with data modeling, database design, and database administration
Familiarity with containerization using Docker and/or podman
Substantial proficiency with Python and Git
Excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work well on a team and individually
Preferred Skills:
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation (e.g., Gitlab runners)
Experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes or OpenShift)

Developing, debugging, and executing software in both Linux and Windows environments
Experience with GUI development (web service and standalone)
Experience developing computational software in MATLAB, C/C++, or Java

Must Have:
3 years Databasing (SQL or NoSQL)
3 years Data Modeling
Bachelor's Degree: B.S. in Computer Science or engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience
3 years Python
3 years Software Design/Development
3 years Git
3 years Containerization (Docker, podman, etc.)
Nice to Have:
C/C++ Programming
GUI Development
Java
MATLAB
Developing, debugging, and executing software in a Windows and Linux environment
Containers & Orchestration (OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes)
Our interview process is designed to let you get to know us as much as for us to get to know you!
You'll meet with someone from our Recruiting team so we can learn more about you and answer some of your questions.
You'll meet with the Hiring Manager to learn more about the team, and the role, and get to tell us more about what you'd bring to the team
You'll meet team members who will be your peers to help you get a feel for a 'real day in the life' at Self.
Benefits and Perks:
Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.
Our Perks Include:
PTO - 15 days (vacation/sick) 10 paid holidays - 6 standard (New Year's, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) - 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire
1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment
Tuition & Training Reimbursement - 5K annually for pre-approved, job-related tuition, certification, or professional conferences
401K with Fidelity 100% immediate vesting; Plan eligibility begins 90 days following the date of hire. Aquila matches 50 cents on the dollar, up to 6%.
Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses.
Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) Allowance Reimbursed up to $1500 for the purchase of a qualified technology device. Eligible after 90 days of employment, and benefit renews every three years.
Location: ONSITE

Travel:

None
Clearance:
• Interim clearance is sufficient to start.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.