Software Engineer

Summary

Join 540 as a Software Engineer and contribute to enhancing the efficiency of Department of Defense acquisition and procurement. You will be part of an Agile team developing and implementing web applications using JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, Spring, Node, and Angular. This role involves working with modern technologies to improve data consistency and provide procurement specialists with better insights. The position offers a remote-friendly environment within the continental US and requires US citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required. 540 provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Possess 4+ years of software development experience
• Have 2+ years of JavaScript / TypeScript experience
• Be proficient in Node.js and/or NestJS
• Have experience with Angular 2+
• Have RESTful API / data-driven web application experience
• Have Database experience (SQL)
• Have Non-relational database experience (NoSQL)
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Be able to work independently (as if on an island) with clients, but also be a consummate team player
• Have a #GetShitDone mentality
• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree
• Be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of several web applications that assist procurement specialists within the Department of Defense to help them become more efficient
• Work within an Agile team focusing on full stack development with JavaScript / Typescript, Java, Spring, Node and Angular primarily

Preferred Qualifications

• Have experience with Cucumber and/or Cypress
• Have experience developing with Java
• Have experience with the Spring framework
• Have experience utilizing Docker
• Have experience writing unit testing with Jest or Jasmine
• Have experience with AWS

Benefits

• 100% covered health, dental and vision premium for employees, optional dependent coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401k with employer match
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability coverage
• Flexible PTO + all Federal holidays off
• Home Office allowance
• Reimbursement for trainings / certifications
• Paid AWS Developer account
• Referral Bonus - good people know good people
• Annual Social Events (hackathon, holiday party, charity golf tournament, etc.)
• Access to 540’s Washington Capitals tickets