Software Engineer, DevOps, Cloud Engineer - Software

Software Engineer

Department: MERC

College/Division: Mercer Engineering Research Center

Primary Job Posting

Location:

Warner Robins, GA

MERC, a research institute of Mercer University, is recruiting a Software Engineer for the Software/Cyber Directorate. The incumbent will work under the direction of a Technical Lead on larger projects, developing web-based and embedded applications, improving performance, adding new capabilities, and upgrading interfaces.

• Full stack software development
• Develop embedded software, engineering/scientific software, web applications, machine learning, and/or AI-based solutions
• Communicate with colleagues and senior developers on technical designs and development
• Document software design using flowcharts, diagrams, self-documenting code, inline comments, and other documentation
• Develop solutions by studying user requirements, data usage, and systems flow
• Provide project status to internal and external customers
• Analyze source code and recommend software quality and performance improvements
• Manage the software development life cycle
• Decompose typical, non‑complex requirements into actionable steps
• Manage role-based access control for systems and devices
• Prepare reports on programming project specifications and status
• Direct system testing and validation procedures
• Direct software programming and documentation development
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and other companies on software and cybersecurity projects
• Comply with all Executive Director approved MERC-wide policies and procedures
• Adhere to approved MERC MSP quality management policies and promote continuous quality improvement
• Ensure familiarity with all MERC core capabilities and promote MERC interests to customers
• Submit suggestions for new business opportunities or report identified customer problems to the Director of Acquisition Strategy via a Chief Engineer

• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an ABET‑accredited institution
• Possesses or is capable of possessing Security+ CE Certification
• Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, and  frameworks including MVC, Web Forms, and/or  Core
• Experience in secure coding practices
• Experience in database design principles and SQL
• Experience with the agile framework and software development life cycle
• Experience in developing testing strategies for components and applications
• Additional requirements may be added as appropriate and as specified in the Personnel Requisition Form

• Experience with Oracle/SQL Server
• Knowledge of Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience with AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
• Excellent communication skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Strong passion for software development
• Familiarity with Azure Dev Ops
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Teams, Adobe Suite

MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation/sick leave accrual, and holiday pay. The institute is located in Warner Robins, GA, a region with excellent health care and schools and access to outdoor recreation.

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Job Family:
Staff MERC Exempt

EEO/Veteran/Disability