Software Engineer

Position Title: Software Engineer

Position Type: Full-time

Location: Dayton, OH (Primary); Huntsville, AL; St. Louis, MO; Remote (in order of preference)

Clearance: Active TS/SCI



Description:

Waypoint’s client is seeking a driven, detail-oriented Software Engineer to support mission-critical development efforts within a secure environment supporting NASIC. This role focuses on building and maintaining modern software solutions using object-oriented programming, containerization, and cloud-native concepts.



The selected candidate will work within an Agile team to develop scalable applications, support system integration, and contribute to high-impact national security missions. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career engineers to grow in a DevSecOps and modern software development environment.



Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain software applications using object-oriented programming languages such as Go, Python, Java, or C#.


• Build and support HTTP-based web services and APIs using frameworks such as Spring Boot.


• Work with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, CRI-O) and support Kubernetes-based deployments.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.


• Utilize version control systems such as Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) for source code management.


• Develop software solutions for Linux-based environments.


• Work with structured data formats such as XML, JSON, and YAML.


• articipate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.


• Support integration of applications with databases and data processing systems.

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance


• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field


• Minimum 3+ years of experience in object-oriented programming (Go, Python, Java, or C#)


• Experience developing software for Linux platforms


• Familiarity with HTTP-based services and frameworks such as Spring Boot


• Experience with version control systems (Git or similar)


• Familiarity with XML, JSON, and YAML data formats


• Basic experience with containerization technologies (Docker or similar)


• Strong communication and organizational skills

Desired:

• Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration concepts


• Experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB)


• Familiarity with message queues and caching systems (RabbitMQ, Redis, Memcached)


• Knowledge of ICAM concepts (OAuth2, JWT, Keycloak, OpenID)


• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins


• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies


• Exposure to compiler architecture concepts (lexers, parsers)