Software Engineer - Security Clearance

Description The Software Engineer I supports the Department of Energy (DOE) Savannah River Operations Office (DOE-SR) federal government staff and site contractors at the Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, contributes to the design, development, and maintenance of software applications, focusing on full-stack development, quality assurance, and end-user support while working independently and collaboratively to deliver solutions. Responsibilities:
* Designs, develops, tests, and deploys secure software applications using the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Methodology, adhering to architectural patterns such as MVC.

• Utilize version control systems, specifically GIT, for source code management.
• Utilize AI tools and platforms to assist in enhancing code quality, testability, and maintainability, and contribute to the integration of AI-driven solutions for automated testing support and preliminary vulnerability identification.
• Assists in creating and maintaining software using various programmatic languages in conjunction with senior engineers with minimal oversight.
  * Perform full-stack development activities, from front-end user interfaces to back-end services and database integration.
• Contributes to the implementation and maintenance of user-friendly interfaces with a focus on web-based technologies.
• Supports existing applications and assists in troubleshooting and resolving software defects.
• Supports cyber vulnerability management processes, identifying and addressing potential security weaknesses.
• Ensure full compliance with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), and integrate accessibility testing throughout the development lifecycle to guarantee an inclusive user-centered experience.
• Assists in the modernization and migration of legacy applications to current platforms.
• Develops and maintains solutions within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, including SharePoint and Power Platform components.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define specifications, and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Offers technical support and guidance to end-users on application functionality and usage.
• Performs independent work and manages tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Support the Software Engineer II with daily operational tasks such as elevated support tickets, data analysis, data validations and testing and troubleshooting of applications.
• Document all work tasks, progress, and completed activities thoroughly within Azure Dev Ops, ensuring accurate status updates, relevant details, and adherence to established project management methodologies.
• Report on personal project task statuses and work accomplished to the Software Engineer Team Lead and contribute to team updates for the IT Project Manager.
• A member of the Software Engineering team, takes directions from their assigned team lead and government task.
  * Responsible for the accountability and security of their assigned government license, software, property and equipment.
• Performs additional responsibilities and tasks, as directed, to support team objectives and organizational goals. Requirements
  * Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., C#, Java).
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Experience with database design and development (SQL preferred).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Proficient with Microsoft development tools and platforms (e.g., Visual Studio, .NET).
• Familiarity with SharePoint development or administration of content management systems.
• An interest in AI technologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and attention to detail.
• Skills at written documentation.
• Understanding of interdepartmental team dynamics.
• Proficiency in AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Tabnine AI Platform).
• Cloud computing platforms expertise (e.g., Microsoft Azure).
• Experience in SharePoint migration, including migrating on-premise systems to cloud environments.
• Understanding of system security and compliance standards (e.g., DOE standards).
• Risk management and mitigation planning for data migrations. Clearance:
  * Must possess (or be able to obtain) a "Q" level security clearance
  
  Education:
  
  * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  Experience:
  
  * Minimum of 3 years of progressive technical experience designing, implementing, and…