Software Automation Developer; Cleared

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Location: Fairborn, OH

Eligibility: U.S. Citizen

Clearance: Top Secret

Position: Developer I, Developer II, Developer III

Group: Investigative Research & Development (IR&D)

TECHFORGE Solutions is looking for a junior, mid, or senior level, experienced Software Developer/Engineer to join our team in the Dayton, OH office. We are looking for a self‑motivated, intelligent, and talented software developer with the ability to translate algorithms into code with ease. At TECHFORGE, we work on high‑complexity hardware and software systems, and we are looking for the right candidate that is excited to join a dynamic team of scientists and engineers building cutting‑edge solutions for our clients.

As a Software Automation Developer/Engineer, you will work on the design of the various algorithms that lie at the heart of the systems and subsystems that drive interaction between them and you will have a direct influence on design decisions. You will develop capabilities to solve problems, automate existing processes, and integrate the code into the testing environment for operational testing.

You will join a multi‑faced, collaborative, and experienced team of scientists and engineers who will encourage and help you to develop skills including coding and modelling, mathematics, dynamic intelligence analysis, software theory, utilizing leading edge custom and commercial tools. You will broaden your technical knowledge of the design and function of complex technical intelligence methods and automation processes and have input into a wide range of work projects, ranging from feasibility studies through high‑profile implementation projects.

• Work with the product design and engineering team to implement code based on algorithms developed by subject matter experts in a variety of technical intelligence disciplines.
• Collaborate across time zones via tools such as Teams, Slack, Git Hub, Zoom, Jira, shared documents, and frequent video conferences.
• Participate in all aspects of Agile product development including requirements creation, sprint planning, grooming, and deployment for internal and external client product development.
• Travel primarily on-site (weekly 3‑4 days to Fairborn, OH) for team collaboration, client meetings, and presentations.

• Top Secret (or higher) U.S. government security clearance is required; inactive clearance eligible to be reactivated.
• U.S. citizenship required due to active clearance.
• Full scope background check prior to employment.
• BS Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar.
• Significant professional experience may be accepted in place of a degree, subject to client approval.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid team environment, if required.
• Experience with remote collaboration tools (Teams, Web Ex, Meet, Zoom, etc.).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Professional experience in algorithmic software development (minimum 3 years).
• Professional experience in software process automation.
• Proficiency in C++ (minimum 3 years) or other object‑oriented language.
• Evidence of prototyping and software engineering product development.
• Professional experience in one or more technical intelligence disciplines.
• Strong math skills; mathematics minor or proven experience.
• Familiarity with modern Dev Ops and software life‑cycle tools.
• Ability to work under time pressure and within budget constraints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a client‑facing role.
• Commitment to quality and delivery.
• Self‑motivated.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering related field. Significant professional experience may be accepted in place of a degree if the candidate meets the qualifications and has at least 7+ years of relevant professional experience (subject to client…