Software Engineer; TS​/SCI; S

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key contributor, you will design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that meet modern industry standards. Our ideal candidate is proficient in multiple programming languages, embraces agile development methodologies, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for writing clean, scalable code, troubleshooting technical issues, and optimizing system performance.

A strong understanding of cloud computing, APIs, and software architecture is highly desirable.

• Manage the complete software development process from conception to deployment.
• Maintain and upgrade software following deployment.
• Oversee the end-to-end life cycle for the production of software and applications.
• Guide the analysis, design, building, and deployment of software.
• Oversee automated testing and provide feedback to management during the development process.
• Modify and test changes to previously developed programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in object-oriented languages, with a significant focus on Python.
• At least 1 year of JavaScript or Type Script experience.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle.
• Ability to write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code.
• Experience in unit, integration, and system tests.
• Experience developing microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Full-time office work required.
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Willingness to submit for Counter Intelligence (CI) Polygraph.

• Experience with AWS or Azure and standalone Kubernetes deployments.
• Experience with modern front-end development using React or Angular.
• Experience with source control tools such as Git or Gitlab.
• Experience with Dev Sec Ops  and Agile Scrum methodology.
• IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CASP).
• Active TS/SCI with CI or recent Full-Scope Polygraph clearance.

King of Prussia, PA – situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia, offering an urban environment with abundant local amenities.

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance packages.
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contributions.
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus sick leave and unscheduled life events.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs.
• Annual bonus program based on performance.
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 4 weeks paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

This job operates in a professional office environment. Duties require use of hands to keyboard, communication, and sometimes moving or lifting items up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

This position requires active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with fully adjudicated CI Polygraph.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment contingent upon satisfactory completion of credit check, background check, and drug screen.