Backend Software Developer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Overview LMI is seeking a skilled Backend Software Developer to support a client in the Colorado Springs, CO area. LMI is a consultancy dedicated to powering a future-ready, high-performing government, drawing from expertise in digital and analytic solutions, logistics, and management advisory services. We deliver integrated capabilities that incorporate emerging technologies and are tailored to customers' unique mission needs, backed by objective research and data analysis. Founded in 1961 to help the Department of Defense resolve complex logistics management challenges, LMI continues to enable growth and transformation, enhance operational readiness and resiliency, and ensure mission success for federal civilian and defense agencies. Responsibilities In this role you will work directly with the architect, software developers, engineers, and data analysts to expand an existing framework of the enterprise version of our core modeling and simulation (M&S) software. Experience with Python and Java is a must, with knowledge of Gitlab CI/CD processes being a plus. You will also work with node.js and TypeScript when interacting with the front-end developers. This is a chance to use your skills to build and rapidly scale a micro-service-based architecture on a cloud system. AWS or other cloud experience is helpful but not required. The software will support collaborative simulations and analysis for the warfighter and potentially many other areas of the U.S. Government. The successful candidate must enjoy working in a highly innovative fast-paced environment, where you not only answer difficult questions, but you also help formulate the questions themselves. Furhter you will be an inovative and pivotal team meber supporting the following areas: Rapidly developing code using best practices and test-driven-development in a fast-paced environment Expanding existing code for micro-services in a distributed, elastic, environment Breaking complex systems down into simple services for simulation and modeling of scenarios Collaborating with other engineers to leverage feature development across projects Actively participate in all agile sprint ceremonies Demonstrating your developments to customers Qualifications Required: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2+ years of professional development experience or master's degree in a STEM field with 1+ years of professional development experience Proven experience in an agile environment Agile software development experience, with the ability to develop products both collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision Ability to work across disciplines Ability to give and take feedback Self-start, follow-through, complete projects from start to finish Possess or be willing to be processed for a U.S. Government security clearance at the Secret level Desired: Eligibility for a TS/SCI clearance Advanced degree in related discipline Space domain experience. Experience using both Scrum and Kanban Java: 1 year experience Python: 1 year experience TypeScript: 1 year experience Experience with Simulation software Target salary range: $77,000 - $137,000. Final compensation will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to your skills, experience, education, and/or certifications.

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