Software Engineer II

Amentum is seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer II to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and integrating software solutions that support critical systems for the warfighter. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and debug application code, ensuring high-quality software delivery. As a key contributor, you will employ your expertise in ASP.NET and REST API development while adhering to best practices in security and compliance. We are looking for a problem-solver who is eager to learn and adapt to new technologies, helping us enhance our capabilities in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop robust and scalable application software to meet project requirements.
• Debug, test, and optimize application code to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate effectively with the development team to design and implement new features.
• Construct comprehensive test cases to validate software functionality and performance.
• Assist in creating and maintaining software documentation for clarity and compliance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and tools, demonstrating a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Ensure adherence to hardware and software system standards and procedures to maintain quality and security.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain Active Secret Clearance. Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret US Government Clearance post hire.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in software development.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working with Microsoft ASP.NET using C#.
• At least 2 years of experience developing REST API backends using ASP.NET and/or ASP.NET Core with C#.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. government DoD SECRET security clearance (or higher).
• Current Security+ CE certification (required within six months of hire).
• Relevant certifications in DevSecOps practices on Azure, such as Azure DevOps Engineer Expert.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD methodologies and best practices.
• Experience with containerization technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in using distributed version control systems, such as Git.
• Experience in client-side development using JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Familiarity with developing unit tests using frameworks such as MSTest, xUnit, or NUnit.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Background in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• Knowledge of identifying and mitigating software security vulnerabilities using tools like Fortify SCA.
• Strong understanding of web application security principles and best practices (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and security frameworks.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters .