Software Engineer (Mid & Senior)

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1825

Job Title: Software Engineer II

Location: Remote, United States

Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Requisition #: 1826

Job Title: Software Engineer III

Location: Remote, United States

Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Job Description

Agile Defense is seeking 2 skilled and driven Software Engineers to join our dynamic team. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and optimization of software systems that drive mission-critical outcomes for our clients. This role demands a technical expert eager to innovate, solve complex problems, and deliver high-quality software solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Job duties & responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and implement software solutions aligned with client requirements and organizational standards.

• Optimize existing systems and code bases for performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to deliver robust and innovative software solutions.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and user experience.

• Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and secure coding standards.

• Contribute to system architecture discussions and recommend improvements or enhancements.

• Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

• Actively participate in Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Education & Years of Experience

Software Engineer II Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in software engineering.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.

Software Engineer III Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 5–8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including leading technical initiatives or feature teams.

• Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.

Required Skills

Software Engineer II

• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and JavaScript.

• Hands-on experience with frameworks and tools such as React, Angular, Spring Boot, or similar technologies.

• In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and associated tools.

• Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.

• Solid understanding of Agile development practices and methodologies.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Software Engineer III

• Proven experience architecting and delivering production-grade applications and RESTful services.

• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language and framework (e.g., Java/Spring Boot, Node.js/NestJS) and familiarity with frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue).

• Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization.

• Expertise in software security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, authN/authZ (e.g., OAuth2/JWT), and secrets management.

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containers (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).

• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (unit, integration, contract), and infrastructure-as-code.

• Excellent communication skills; able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Skills

Software Engineer II

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.

• Experience working with database systems (SQL and NoSQL).

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.

Software Engineer III

• Experience with microservices architecture, event-driven systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and API-first design (OpenAPI/Swagger).

• Knowledge of distributed systems patterns (circuit breakers, retries, idempotency) and caching (Redis).

• Experience with observability stacks (Prometheus/Grafana, ELK/Elastic, OpenTelemetry, Jaeger/Zipkin).

• Familiarity with domain-driven design, clean/hexagonal architecture, and design patterns.

• Background in regulated or high-security environments; familiarity with compliance frameworks.

• Contributions to engineering standards, internal platforms, or developer experience initiatives.