Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Full Stack Software Engineer, Strategic Systems

Laurel, Maryland

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About the role

  • Description Are you motivated by directly contributing to our nation's strategic deterrence capabilities by solving complex technical challenges at scale?
  • Our team works across the full software engineering lifecycle in complex security and operational environments, partnering with a variety of sponsors.
  • The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Your primary responsibility will be designing and developing new software, while building and maintaining existing software.
  • You will participate in reviews of software design, implementation, documentation, and testing to ensure high-quality products.
  • You will work closely with other developers, system engineers, technical leads, end users (data processors and analysts), and sponsors to understand the system needs and develop solutions to meet them.
  • Have 5+ years of relevant experience developing in programming languages such as C#, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, and/or Java.
  • Have experience designing and integrating with web APIs that support secure, scalable communication between front-end applications and backend services.
  • Are able and willing to work as part of a team, coupled with a drive to demonstrate your own strengths and capabilities.
  • Have experience developing software using Microsoft technologies (e.g., ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server).

Requirements

  • You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
  • Have a Bachelor's in Computer Science or another relevant degree.
  • Have front-end and back-end web development experience.
  • Have experience with design and integration of software with relational databases and/or NoSQL databases.
  • Have experience in using modern software development and project management tools (e.g. GitLab, Jira, VS Code).
  • You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
  • Have a Master's or higher degree in Computer Science, or other field with relevant professional experience.

Compensation

  • Are willing and able to travel within the US (not likely to exceed a few trips per year with no more than five days in duration for each).

Company info

  • Why Work at APL?
  • While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture.
  • We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
  • At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas.
  • Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance.
  • APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area.
  • Learn more about our career opportunities at https://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  • APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities.
  • If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accessibility@jhuapl.edu.
  • The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting.
  • Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity.
  • For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
  • APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation.
  • Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
  • APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.
  • Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
  • Minimum Rate
  • $100,000 Annually
  • Maximum Rate
  • $245,000 Annually

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance

This listing is sourced directly from Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.