Overview
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As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and documentation of software applications. You will apply industry best practices to solve complex problems and develop optimal solutions within new or existing code bases.
Job Details
Job Title: Software Engineer
Responsibilities
- Make targeted modifications to existing software applications and develop new components and systems as required.
- Define work in both requirements and industry-standard methods.
- Perform unit tests and adhere to applicable coding standards.
- Leverage internal reuse and Free Open Source Software (FOSS) to minimize cost and maximize productivity.
- Maintain a schedule related to assigned task status and completion dates.
- Implement and apply sound configuration management processes, adhering to software CM and development policies and procedures.
- Understand and adhere to cost and schedule targets established during the program design phase.
- Establish, conduct, and document software testing based on customer requirements.
- Work on the overall design and development of software products and applications.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in C++ with at least 4 years of programming experience.
- Experience in unmanaged and object-oriented software languages.
- Knowledge of configuration management tools.
- Experience building to requirements and/or synthesizing requirements.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with Unity, modeling, simulation, and training.
- Familiarity with development environments such as Visual Studio, GNU make, Eclipse, Netbeans, and PowerAda.
- Knowledge of graphics design software like GIMP.
- Proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Outlook).
- Familiarity with Atlassian JIRA, Atlassian Confluence, JAMA, and Axosoft Ontime.
- Experience with simulator software support.
Work Environment
The work environment involves using various technologies such as JIRA, Confluence, and JAMA. You will work with development environments like Visual Studio, GNU, Netbeans, and PowerAda, in a setting that supports Windows and Linux operating systems. The position may require working with simulation and training tools such as Unity and involves interaction with the Army and PEOSTRI. A professional dress code is expected in alignment with industry standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, Florida.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $53.00/hr.
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Orlando, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Seniority level
- Entry level
Employment type
- Contract
Job function
- Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
- Business Consulting and Services