Senior Software Developer

Altamira Technologies has a long and successful history providing innovative solutions throughout the U.S. National Security community. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Altamira serves the defense, intelligence and homeland security communities worldwide by focusing on creating innovative solutions leveraging common standards in architecture, data and security. Altamira believes that our people and the culture of our company differentiate us from other companies.

Position: Senior Software Developer

Position Location: Augusta, GA.

Position Description:

Altamira Technologies Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our team in support of mission-critical programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong software development background with experience designing, developing, and integrating complex software solutions in high-performance environments.

Altamira encourages independent problem-solving while providing a collaborative engineering environment and technical support across multiple disciplines. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies, develop innovative solutions, and directly contribute to mission success.

Role and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications using Java, C++, and other relevant programming languages

• Develop and implement software solutions, algorithms, and analytics to support mission requirements and operational capabilities

• Integrate data, tools, and capabilities from multiple environments into operational software applications

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in an Agile development environment

• Support the integration and deployment of software solutions across development, testing, and operational environments

• Utilize continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) methodologies, including automated testing and software configuration management

• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize software applications to improve performance, reliability, and scalability

• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions to ensure development best practices

• Support the transition of prototype capabilities into operational environments

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing complex software solutions using Java and/or C++ in high-performance environments

• Strong understanding of software development principles, object-oriented programming, and system integration

• Experience working within Agile software development teams

• Experience with CI/CD methodologies, automated testing, and version control systems

• Proficiency in developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software applications

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required

• U.S. citizenship required

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Experience developing software solutions supporting SIGINT missions, including COMINT, ELINT, and/or FISINT collection and processing

• Experience with Python, Bash, PowerShell, or other scripting languages

• Experience with cloud-based development and deployment, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS), including EC2, S3, and Security Groups

• Experience with full-stack software development

• Familiarity with DevSecOps tools, including JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Artifactory, and Git

• Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or Chef

• Experience with database technologies, including MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL

• Familiarity with Red Hat Linux and other Linux-based operating environments

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

• Experience with signal processing, algorithm development, or advanced data analytics

• Experience supporting prototype development and transitioning software solutions into operational environments

• Security+ certification and/or AWS Developer certification preferred

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related STEM discipline with15 years of relevant experience -OR-

• Master's degree in a related STEM discipline with 10 years of relevant experience

Abilities and Competencies

• Self-motivated with the ability to independently manage technical assignments and deliver results

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing mission requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to developing high-quality software solutions

• Effective team player who contributes to a collaborative and innovative work environment

Altamira is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We focus on recruiting talented, self-motivated employees that find a way to get things done. Join our team of experts as we engineer national security!