The Sr. Software Engineer (RPA) designs, develops, enhances, debugs, and implements software. Troubleshoots production problems related to software applications. Researches, tests, builds, and coordinates the conversion and/or integration of new products based on client requirements. Designs and develops new software products or major enhancements to existing software. Addresses problems of systems integration, compatibility, and multiple platforms. Consults with project teams and end users to identify application requirements. Performs feasibility analysis on potential future projects to management.
Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of application software packages, application integration and testing tools. Resolves problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 4-8 years of professional experience; or 2-6 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
Software development experience using HTML and JavaScript. Working knowledge of Python or Java.
Experience with distributed version control software such as Git and Bitbucket.
Knowledge of and ability to apply principles, theories, and concepts of Software Engineering.
DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain interim Secret clearance prior to start date
Security+ certification or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT II certification within 60 days of start date
Responsibilities:
Develop robotic process automation (RPA) bots using Automation Anywhere and UiPath.
Design, develop, document, test and deploy software written in Python, JavaScript, Java and SQL.
Develop automated tests using Ansible, Selenium, JMeter, Junit and/or other applicable tools.
Develop automated CI/CD build/deployment pipelines using CloudBees/Jenkins, Artifactory, OpenShift/Kubernetes, Docker, Ansible and Bitbucket.
Work with an Agile team, attend daily scrums and demonstrate working software while collaborating with a geographically distributed (remote) team.
Troubleshoot and resolve installation, infrastructure and system issues.
Proactively and independently identify, report, monitor, and mitigate technical risks.
Frequently communicate and collaborate with other team members to ensure successful completion of project objectives.
Technical Knowledge
Experience developing robotic process automation bots in Automation Anywhere and/or UiPath.
Experience with Atlassian tools, including JIRA, Confluence and Bitbucket.
Experience working remotely with a geographically dispersed team.
Full software lifecycle automation experience (design, development, test, deployment), including deployment to a production environment.
Experience developing software on a UNIX command line platform.
Web development experience using UI frameworks, such as React.
Experience designing, building and deploying DevOps pipelines with Bitbucket, Git, Jenkins, Artifactory and Ansible (or equivalent tools).
Experience designing and building automated software testing pipelines using Ansible, Selenium, JMeter, Junit and/or other applicable tools.
Experience developing software in a cloud-based containerized environment using Kubernetes and Docker.
Experience developing and deploying software in a DoD environment (DISA experience is a plus), including experience building and deploying software applications that meet DoD security standards, including updating applications and code to meet security scans and meeting security implementation guidelines (e.g. STIGs).
Clearance/Citizenship:
Secret
Must be US Citizen
Travel Requirements:
This position will involve less than 10% travel
Location: While this role is primarily remote one must live within commuting distance to Scott AFB, IL or Ft. Meade, MD for on-site support.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience and combined education
- 4-8 years of professional experience, or 2-6 years with a related master's degree
- Software development experience with HTML and JavaScript
- Working knowledge of Python or Java
- Experience with distributed version control software such as Git and Bitbucket
- Knowledge of software engineering principles, theories, and concepts
- DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain interim Secret clearance before starting
- Security+ certification or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT II certification within 60 days of starting
- Experience developing RPA bots using Automation Anywhere and/or UiPath
- Experience with Atlassian tools including JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket
- Experience with full software lifecycle automation, including production deployment
- Experience developing software on a UNIX command-line platform
- Web development experience using UI frameworks such as React
- Experience designing, building, and deploying DevOps pipelines using Git, Jenkins, Artifactory, Ansible, and Bitbucket or equivalent tools
- Experience building automated software testing pipelines using Ansible, Selenium, JMeter, JUnit, or equivalent tools
- Experience developing software in cloud-based containerized environments using Kubernetes and Docker
- Experience developing and deploying software in a DoD environment
- Experience meeting DoD security standards, including security scans and STIG implementation guidelines
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to live within commuting distance of Scott AFB, Illinois, or Fort Meade, Maryland
What We Do
Global Enterprise Services (GES) provides professional, operational, and technology solutions for federal, SLED, and commercial clients. Its professional and administrative work includes HR, finance, compliance, program support, and contract administration; operational services include logistics, records management, training, and workforce enablement. Technology services focus on modernization, cybersecurity, cloud strategy, and managed IT operations, with the company positioning its integrated offerings as end-to-end support for government missions.
