Software Engineer

DESE Research, Inc. seeks a Software Engineer to join an exciting and growing team focused on the research and development of emerging cyber security technologies and practices that will harden and secure both existing and future systems used throughout the Department of Defense as well as the supply chains that feed them.

This position is on-site in Huntsville, AL.

The candidate will join a team of engineers solving challenging problems faced by the DoD in ensuring national security interests and protecting the American Warfighter. Some of the work will require independent research and analysis in addition to gaining experience by working with engineers and cybersecurity analysts within other teams.

Required Skills:

• Ability to develop and debug using an IDE such as VS Code
• Experience with one or more of the following programming languages: Python, C/C++, or Rust
• Familiarity with the Agile software development process in a production environment
• Ability to execute test-driven development with writing tests and executing them in an automated test framework such as pytest
• Familiarity with the Linux operating system and Bash scripting
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Podman
• Experience with configuring and working in virtual environments
• Ability to work on a small team in a fast-paced, collaborative, and dynamic environment
• Strength in converting design concepts into quality software applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar technical field of study
• 3-5 years of Software Developer experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• A desire to learn how to develop and integrate cybersecurity technologies to provide software assurance throughout the software development lifecycle through DevOps tools and technologies
• Experience developing CI/CD pipelines in a DevOps platform such as Gitlab, Azure DevOps, or Jenkins
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Familiarity with computer networking concepts, technologies, and protocols

About DESE

For the past 43 years, DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment. As a small, family-oriented business, DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Why employees love working for DESE:

At DESE, we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:

• Competitive health, dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Flexible work schedules
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional
• Performance bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave
• Robust 401k profit sharing plan
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants - DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: hrandsecurity@dese.com or 256-837-8004x123.