Software Engineer | Java (On-site)

Posted:
3/19/2025, 7:39:49 AM

Location(s):
Alabama, United States ⋅ Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering


Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.  

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

 

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.


 

U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to client specific government/federal requirements. Must have Secret Clearance.

The Software Engineer will be responsible for software development in the Java language for one of the Regional Applications teams. Under minimal direction, provides specialized expertise within multiple systems, software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, applications implications, and customer areas.
Responsible for performing in-depth analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support. Maintains currency, debugs and configures related software products. Works from specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications.
 
Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging and documentation of programs. Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, setting standards and improving overall efficiency of the operating system. Designs, codes, tests and implements tools for operations automation. Works on most phases of software systems programming applications, and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases. Leadership position on small software focused teams may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Command and control system application development
  • Experience with Software Integration and formal testing
  • Knowledge and experience implementing Cyber Security/RMF requirements
  • Ability to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leaders
  • Proven ability/experience to mentor and teach junior engineers
  • Experience with performance modeling
  • Experience with microservices
  • Experience with DevSecOps and/or build management
  • Designing and building Graphical User Interfaces
  • Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks
  • The successful candidate will have good verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently, and the poise and flexibility required to work in a highly dynamic environment.
  • Applicant should have a good working knowledge of MS Office products.

Qualifications

  • Software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE experience.
  • The candidate will have experience and knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines and configuration management.
  • Candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to work effectively in a rapid paced, team environment.
  • Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)
  • Extensive Experience with Java foundation classes and toolkits
  • Small team leadership experience (Agile team leadership strongly experience desired); mentoring and guiding junior engineers
  • Knowledge of server side/database development, computer system administration; Net-centric, horizontal integration program expertise is a plus
  • Strong problem solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify root cause, recommend, design and implement a solution
  • Use of common software development and management tools such as maven, git/GitHub, nexus and Eclipse
  • Experience with agile development methodologies
  • Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Education

  • BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject preferred
  • IAT Level II certification required
  • 7+ years’ experience with an advanced degree, 9+ years’ experience with a Bachelor Degree
  • Minimum Active SECRET Clearance Required

 

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.
Estimated Pay Range
$120,000$145,000 USD

The Perks:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Training and development programs
  • Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
  • Collaborative and cool culture
  • Work-life balance and generous paid time off

 

***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.