Software Developer (Expert) at NS2 Mission — Chantilly, USA | Base Career

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At NS2 Mission, you'll help deliver advanced software capabilities on one of our prime Intelligence Community programs.

As an Expert Software Developer , you'll lead the design and development of scalable applications, modern data services, and cloud-based solutions that directly support national security missions.

This position will be on site in the Chantilly, VA area.

Working within a collaborative Agile environment, you'll architect complex software solutions, develop modern data processing capabilities, and integrate enterprise applications using Python, Java, AWS, and distributed technologies.

This is an opportunity to solve challenging engineering problems, influence technical direction, and build software that directly supports Intelligence Community missions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise software applications using Python and Java.
Architect and implement scalable RESTful APIs and backend services that enable secure, high-performance system integration.
Design and develop large-scale data processing solutions using Apache Spark and distributed computing technologies.
Build cloud-native applications and services within AWS, leveraging modern architecture and engineering best practices.
Design and optimize data indexing, search, and analytics capabilities using Elasticsearch.
Collaborate with systems architects, engineers, and mission stakeholders to translate operational requirements into innovative technical solutions.
Lead software design discussions, code reviews, and technical planning activities while promoting engineering excellence across the development team.
Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability through efficient coding practices, system tuning, and performance analysis.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevSecOps initiatives that improve software quality and deployment efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Approximately 10+ years of professional software development experience designing and delivering enterprise applications.
Expert-level experience developing software using Python and Java.
Experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs and distributed services.
Experience building applications within AWS cloud environments.
Experience developing large-scale data processing applications using Apache Spark.
Experience designing and optimizing search solutions using Elasticsearch.
Strong understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design principles, and distributed systems.
Experience working within Agile development environments and modern software development lifecycles.

TS/SCI with an FSP

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship.

We win with inclusion

NS2 Mission’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best.

At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential.

We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

NS2 Mission is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities.

If you are interested in applying for employment with NS2 Mission and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: NS2Mission.Careers@sapns2.com .

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

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