Mid-Level Software Engineer (Layer 7)

Software Engineer (Layer 7 API Gateway Focus)

• Company: Vega Federal
• Employment Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time
• Salary Range: $135,000 – $160,000 / year
• Location: Richardson, TX (100% On-Site | Paid Relocation Available)
• Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance required prior to start
• Certification: CompTIA Security+ or higher
• Openings: 2 Positions

Position Overview

Vega Federal is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer with 4+ years of professional experience to join our backend engineering team in Richardson, TX. This role focuses on backend software development, complex system integrations, and enterprise API management using Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways. You will work within an Agile, multi-disciplinary environment to build, secure, and maintain high-performance Java architectures, network security protocols, and API solutions supporting critical federal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and maintain backend services and systems utilizing Java and robust network programming techniques.
• Directly configure, policy-author, integrate, and troubleshoot Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateway solutions across enterprise interfaces.
• Write operational Linux automation, utility, and deployment scripts to streamline software integration tasks.
• Manage API authentication mechanisms, digital security certificates, SSL/TLS, and secure routing protocols across multi-tier networks.
• Collaborate within Agile engineering teams to deliver resilient, production-ready software components on schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years of professional software engineering experience centered on Java development, network programming, and Linux environments.
• Layer 7 Expertise: Direct, hands-on experience configuring, integrating, and maintaining Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways.
• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance required prior to start date (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Mandatory Certification: Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Technical Core: Strong command of Java, Linux scripting (Bash/Shell), and fundamental network security principles.
• Location & Work Style: Ability to work 100% on-site in Richardson, TX (or open to paid relocation). Strong written and oral communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of identity/authentication standards (OAuth2, SAML, JWT), digital certificates, and secure routing protocols.
• Python scripting capabilities and Linux system administration background.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud architecture, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Hands-on experience working within DevSecOps frameworks and Agile/Scrum delivery pipelines.