Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Job Description: Base-2 Solutions is seeking a talented and adaptable Software Engineer to join our growing team. Our Software Engineers are vital to developing cutting-edge solutions that support national defense and critical mission objectives. We are looking for individuals with strong programming skills, a solid understanding of software development lifecycles, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity, technical excellence, and the ability to solve complex problems while maintaining high coding standards and adhering to security requirements. Responsibilities: * Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software applications and systems based on customer requirements.
* Participates in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
* Writes clean, efficient, and well-documented code in various programming languages.
* Conducts code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and troubleshooting to ensure software quality.
* Collaborates with system engineers, DevOps teams, and stakeholders to integrate software solutions into larger systems and platforms.
* Identifies opportunities to improve existing software systems and recommends enhancements or optimizations.
* Ensures adherence to security best practices and compliance standards (NIST, DoD, IC, RMF).
* Develops and maintains technical documentation, including design specifications, user guides, and system diagrams.
* Supports deployment, version control, and configuration management processes.
* Stays up-to-date with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends. Experience with some or all of the following: * Programming languages: Java, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, Go, Ruby, Scala
* Software development frameworks: Spring, Angular, React, Node.js, Bootstrap, .NET
* IDEs and tools: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, Visual Studio, VS Code, PyCharm, NetBeans
* Operating systems: Linux, Unix, Windows, macOS
* Databases: Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server
* Version control systems: Git, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, SVN
* Build and automation tools: Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Bamboo, Ant
* Containerization and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift
* CI/CD pipeline tools and integration with DevOps practices
* Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and familiarity with cloud-native development
* Software development methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall
* Collaboration and issue tracking: JIRA, Confluence, ServiceNow
* Familiarity with security requirements and compliance frameworks: NIST SP 800-53, DoD STIGs, RMF, ICD 503
* Scripting languages for automation: Bash, PowerShell, Python
* Certifications such as AWS Developer Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer, Security+, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Pay & Benefit Highlights Compensation * Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity). * Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral. * Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent). Health * 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents. * Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans. * 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents. * 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Income Protection * 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability. * 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability. * 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D). * 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000. Retirement * 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total). * 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options. Leave * Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO). * 11 paid floating holidays. Work-Life Balance * Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).