Dynamic Animation Systems, Inc Hiring for Jr. Software Engineer Job at Bethesda, MD Full Time

MINIMUM MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS

1) Have a completed Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or other Physical Science with demonstrated academic software focus

-AND-

2) Have resume-described experience developing software using C, C++, Java, or python from one of the following:
a)Relevant Internship(s), or Coursework & applied Academic Projects -OR-
b) Up to 2 years of post-graduate professional applied experience

DESCRIPTION

DAS is seeking junior software engineers to become an integral part of our team conducting innovative software development on projects supporting various Naval Combat Training Systems for our customer at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock, MD. Projects will entail execution of scientific, engineering and technical services required for the design, development, integration, test, fleet implementation and maintenance of training simulation systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on front-end and back-end software development efforts for leading edge Navy Combat System Training Systems. Efforts include all phases of the software development life-cycle conducted via an Agile Kanban software development process using multiple languages including C, boost C++, Java, and Python, with tools/frameworks that include Gradle, Docker, and Angular JS.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze technology/capability gaps, research, develop, and deploy software solutions
• Work with project leads to define sprints and associated deliverables

• Collaborate with other developers to design and optimize code

• Conduct integration, test, bug fixes, and other software maintenance activities
• Assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides in support of developed software

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
(in addition to the above minimum requirements)

• Experience developing in a Linux environment
• Experience with tools/frameworks that include Gradle, Docker, and Angular JS
• Candidates should be self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills

SALARY NOTES
The salary range provided it the typical range for the position. Salaries offered will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of experience and breadth of capability.

JOB LOCATION

• Successful candidates will start on-site at the NSWC in Carderock, MD.
• Depending on team workload, employee work location may be moved to our McLean, VA corporate facility

• Regardless of primary location, there may be occasions when employees will temporarily work at the alternate location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Both NSWC Carderock and DAS facilities enforce mask requirements based on ability to social distance. Each facility also has maximum-occupancy limits, COVID-19-specific cleaning procedures, and travel history restrictions for entry.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bethesda, MD 20817: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• (instances of) pre-graduation internship: 1 year (Preferred)
• post-graduation professional development: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• US Citizenship (without dual citizenship) (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No