Appliedres
We are seeking a Software Engineer Developer to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting mission‑critical platform services in a government contracting environment. This role focuses on building cloud‑native applications, implementing microservices architecture, and contributing to scalable backend services that meet DoD compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams while growing their expertise in distributed systems and secure software development practices.
Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world‑class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career‑driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state‑of‑the‑art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities include:
Develop, maintain, and enhance scalable, efficient, and secure code for web applications and backend services in Azure cloud environments
Build reliable systems that support high load and mission‑critical workloads with focus on performance and stability
Debug and troubleshoot issues in distributed and multi‑threaded environments, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
Implement microservices using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and work with service communication patterns (REST APIs, message queues, event‑driven systems)
Write clean, well‑documented, maintainable code following established coding standards and best practices
Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to ensure code quality
Develop and execute comprehensive testing including unit tests, integration tests, smoke testing, and regression testing
Review and test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results thoroughly
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including DevOps, architecture, senior engineers, and project management to implement new features and enhancements
Resolve software problems by analyzing issues, debugging code, and implementing appropriate fixes
Participate in architectural discussions and contribute ideas for system design improvements
Optimize existing applications for improved speed, scalability, and efficiency
Work with senior engineers to understand technical requirements and translate them into working solutions
Other duties as assigned
Technical Experience & Qualifications
Must be US Citizen
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
Experience: Minimum 3 years of professional software development experience
Cloud Platforms: Experience with Azure cloud services and development; AWS experience is a plus
Programming: Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, Go, or similar)
Microservices & Containers: Working knowledge of microservices architecture and hands‑on experience with Docker; Kubernetes exposure preferred
APIs & Integration: Experience developing or consuming RESTful APIs; familiarity with message queues or event‑driven architectures is a plus
Development Practices: Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and software development lifecycle
Testing: Experience writing automated tests and performing various testing methodologies
Problem‑Solving: Demonstrated ability to debug complex issues and implement effective solutions
Security: Knowledge of secure coding practices and awareness of software security principles
Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills with ability to work effectively in cross‑functional environments
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Why Work with us? Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world‑class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career‑driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state‑of‑the‑art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.
Responsibilities include:
Develop, maintain, and enhance scalable, efficient, and secure code for web applications and backend services in Azure cloud environments
Build reliable systems that support high load and mission‑critical workloads with focus on performance and stability
Debug and troubleshoot issues in distributed and multi‑threaded environments, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
Implement microservices using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and work with service communication patterns (REST APIs, message queues, event‑driven systems)
Write clean, well‑documented, maintainable code following established coding standards and best practices
Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to ensure code quality
Develop and execute comprehensive testing including unit tests, integration tests, smoke testing, and regression testing
Review and test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results thoroughly
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including DevOps, architecture, senior engineers, and project management to implement new features and enhancements
Resolve software problems by analyzing issues, debugging code, and implementing appropriate fixes
Participate in architectural discussions and contribute ideas for system design improvements
Optimize existing applications for improved speed, scalability, and efficiency
Work with senior engineers to understand technical requirements and translate them into working solutions
Other duties as assigned
Technical Experience & Qualifications
Must be US Citizen
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
Experience: Minimum 3 years of professional software development experience
Cloud Platforms: Experience with Azure cloud services and development; AWS experience is a plus
Programming: Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, Go, or similar)
Microservices & Containers: Working knowledge of microservices architecture and hands‑on experience with Docker; Kubernetes exposure preferred
APIs & Integration: Experience developing or consuming RESTful APIs; familiarity with message queues or event‑driven architectures is a plus
Development Practices: Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control (Git), and software development lifecycle
Testing: Experience writing automated tests and performing various testing methodologies
Problem‑Solving: Demonstrated ability to debug complex issues and implement effective solutions
Security: Knowledge of secure coding practices and awareness of software security principles
Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills with ability to work effectively in cross‑functional environments
All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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