Software Engineer - Application Development

The Application Development discipline at Noctua Technology, LLC is a strategic force driving innovation through modern software practices. Our team of skilled professionals specializes in designing, building, and optimizing systems and applications using cloud-native development principles. We work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and leverage our expertise to implement scalable and secure application solutions.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Application Development Engineer to join our dynamic Application Development team. As a key contributor to our engineering team, you will play a crucial role in helping organizations in creating visually appealing and user-centric web applications, contributing to a positive and engaging online experience for users. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams including customers, partners, and internal engineers.

• Location: Primarily Remote. Candidates must be based in San Diego, CA or DC Metro Area for proximity to project and client teams.
• Security Clearance Requirement: Applicants must be US citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance or above.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development - Full Stack

• Contribute to the design and development of both the front-end (user interface) and back-end (server-side) of web applications or software.
• Implement visually appealing and user-friendly web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as directed.
• Ensure seamless user experiences across various devices by implementing responsive design principles.
• Collaborate with UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into interactive and visually appealing interfaces.
• Assist in building and maintaining databases and API (Application Programming Interfaces) microservices.

Cloud-Native Engineering

• Implement microservices and serverless solutions under senior guidance, adhering to cloud-native best practices for scalability, resilience, and high availability.
• Assist in designing, building, and maintaining Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to automate application deployment and testing.
• Utilize and manage containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, for application deployment.
• Utilize existing monitoring, logging, and tracing frameworks to ensure the operational health and performance of cloud applications.

Testing and Optimization

• Test and optimize web applications for cross-browser compatibility, ensuring consistent performance across different browsers.
• Apply best practices for front-end performance optimization to enhance website speed and responsiveness.
• Test and optimize API microservices to support horizontal scalability and load testing.

Collaboration and Documentation

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, domain experts, and business analysts, to understand requirements and implement solutions.
• Create and maintain documentation for source code and ensure knowledge is shared within the team.

Customer Engagement

• Participate in training sessions and knowledge transfer activities for clients.
• Act on client feedback constructively to improve services and outcomes.
• Continuously seek ways to enhance the overall customer experience.

Continuous Learning and Innovation

• Stay updated on the latest developments in cloud infrastructure and technology trends.
• Support innovation by assisting in the implementation of new techniques and technologies.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in application development with a strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and coding best practices.
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Javascript, Python, or others relevant to application development.
• Experience with front-end web technologies such as Node.js, Angular, or React.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong software engineering skills with an emphasis on writing clean, modular, and maintainable code.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Salary Range: $95,300 - $165,700