Software Engineer SME

Job Overview

Northstrat is seeking Jr, Mid, Sr, and SME Software Engineers to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or an equivalent field. The mid and senior candidates will also have experience in software engineering or software development for information technology systems. SME candidates require the highest knowledge and mastery of advanced technologies and will serve as subject matter experts within the organization, typically holding an advanced degree.

Java is a key skillset for backend software engineers.

• Develop capabilities supporting observation scoring using the developed scoring process.
• Develop capabilities supporting “truth” data generation using the developed fusion process.
• Support development and integration of the scoring and fusion process into the overall system.
• Develop workflows to update the database as a source of “truth” for use by the system.

• Academic qualification:
  Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, information systems, or equivalent field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience levels:
  
  • Jr: 0 years required.
  
  • Mid: 5 years in software engineering or software development for information technology systems.
  
  • Sr: 10 years.
  
  • SME: 15 years.
• Technical skills:
  
  • Object‑oriented programming languages:
  Java, JEE, C++, or Python.
  
  • Experience with Spring Boot or Spring Framework.
  
  • Experience with microservices and containerization technologies:
  Docker, Kubernetes, or Open Shift.
  
  • Knowledge of integration and development tools: AWS, Docker, Bitbucket, Jenkins.
  
  • Experience with Linux OS and command line interface.
• Security clearance:
  Must have an active or current Top‑Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI) (no exceptions).

• CI polygraph and Security+ certification.

Northstrat values true work‑life balance. We offer a power‑of‑choice benefits program designed to best meet your lifestyle, supporting wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.

Flex Time
:
Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Employees are required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month, with flexibility to carry over hours as part of our flexible work schedule.

Individual Benefits Account (IBA):
New full‑time employees receive an IBA that accrues 50% of the monthly compensation rate, providing flexible choices for paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, and more.

Profit Sharing Plan (PSP):
Northstrat funds a quarterly qualified retirement plan via the IBA, contributing 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of compensation.

Stock Options
:
As an employee‑owned company, all new employees are offered stock options, with additional options based on performance goals.

Lifelong Learning
:
Our culture promotes continuous growth; employees can use IBA funds for work‑related education reimbursement.

Referral Incentives
:
We offer employee referral incentives to new hires.

Northstrat encourages a healthy balance, offering benefits that support wellness, healthy living, and career development.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.