Are you interested in creating mission critical software to support our warfighter? Do you want to work on a team developing new and emerging technologies? Are you open to new ideas, collaborating with teammates, teaching, and learning from others? If this is the kind of person you are, DS2 invites you to apply for a spot on our team! We are looking to add a Mid-Level Software Engineer to support Special Operations.
Who is DS2?
DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoW, federal, and commercial clients. We are committed to teamwork, a clear focus on the customer, and a belief that hiring talented individuals is essential to achieving our vision of being “Engineered to Exceed Expectations”.
Every day, DS2 engineers meet our client's needs through problem-solving, teamwork, and technology-driven solutions. You can expect to work with a team of committed engineers that lives our core values in an environment where working hard is important and playing hard is just as important.
Please Note: You must be a U.S. Citizen and able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Responsibilities — What you'll do:
- Play a key role in designing, developing, deploying, and demonstrating feature-rich mission planning applications that support the nation's most elite special operations warriors
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Work with your team to test, develop, peer review, and continuously integrate changes into the code base
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Conduct research for, report on, and create proof-of-concepts and prototypes for modern ways to support next generation aviation mission planning
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Learn emerging technologies and programming tools to keep you and your team as well equipped as possible
Required Qualifications — We need someone who:
- Has a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field and at least 6 years of experience
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Has a background in developing mission planning applications for USASOAC, with specific focus on supporting the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment
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Actively programs with one or more of the following languages: C, C++, C#, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript
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Is a motivated and energetic developer that manages time well and can prioritize tasks to ensure projects are completed on time
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Engages with teammates, both virtually and face-to-face, to plan projects, seek out or provide help on issues, as well as present solutions to clients
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
Preferred Qualifications — Bonus points if you:
- Have experience using Windows Presentation Foundation for .Net Desktop Development
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Have experience using Web frameworks such as React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular
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Have any experience developing cross platform applications using Kotlin Multiplatform or .Net MAUI
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Have examples of code or applications you've built that we can check out
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Can demonstrate proficiency with AI-Assisted software development workflows
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Received one or more Scrum, Microsoft, Google Developer certifications or any other technical certifications
Benefits — What we do for you:
- Flexible work hours
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Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
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Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
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401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
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Educational and growth opportunities
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Tuition reimbursement
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Student loan repayment
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Certification reimbursement + bonuses and Learning Platform Subscriptions
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Catered tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
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Sponsored community and volunteer events, giving back to our community
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Monthly office social events; game night, cook outs and office parties
Standard HR Disclaimer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
