On-Site Software Engineer / Web Development at General Dynamics Information Technology

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Application Development, Application Implementation, Web Applications

Certifications:

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

All contract work must be performed within our GDIT facility located in Oakton, Virginia.

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. that's the opportunity that's waiting for you at General Dynamics Information Technology. We help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. it's an amazing challenge. And it's waiting for you now.

This challenging and interesting software development position is a chance to participate in the development and operation of a state-of-the-art Big Data system and join a longstanding, stable program consisting of a team of exceptional individuals using defined Agile software principles and practices.

As a Software Engineer / Web Development, you'll perform software requirements analysis, participate in research, and design, and develop and test software and tools. From inventing new products or enhancing existing applications, your talent will be front and center.

 What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in S/W Engineering or related technical field or Master's degree
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience with JavaScript and Modern Web Frameworks (e.g., React, Redux, NodeJS, GraphQL)
• Development experience in a Linux environment
• Proficient understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• An understanding of object-oriented and functional programming, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
• A passion for developing well-crafted and testable software, in a collaborative environment
• Strong attention to detail

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

What you'll experience:

• Design and develop new features and capabilities for several existing web applications
• Evaluate and implement changes and/or enhancements to existing applications and determine the feasibility, benefits, and risks
• Evaluate emerging technologies and apply best of breed technologies to the operational system

Ideally, you will also have experience with:

• Test-Driven development and experience with test frameworks (e.g., Chai, Enzyme, Jest, Sinon)
• Ruby Development (Ruby on Rails)
• Modern C++
• Scripting languages such tcsh or bash
• Apache web server
• Very Large Databases/Big Data/Data Warehousing
• Multi-thread and multi-process applications
• Continuous Integration and Deployment tools and techniques

What sets you apart:

• Ability to interact effectively with project teams, managers, and end users
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Solid ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
• Creative and innovative thinking with the ability to multi-task

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Oakton

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.