Software Engineer

Acara Solutions and our client have several remote positions available for Levels-1-3 Software EngineeringClearance is not required to start Job Title: Software Engineer Levels 1-3Location: (Remote)Employment: Contract to DirectIndustry: Aerospace and DefenseCompensation: Pay rate depends on level of skillsSchedule: 9/80 work week (every other Friday off) What You'll Do:-Develop and maintain software solutions using Python and Java-Design, test, and manage APIs and system integrations-Support DevOps processes including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation-Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to deliver high-quality solutions-Contribute to system documentation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives About the Opportunity:-Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure reliability-Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge sharing resources Why This Opportunity is Exciting:-This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions-Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Sound like a good fit?APPLY TODAY Required skills for all three levels:-Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering or Science or Engineering or Technology or Mathematics-Level 1 requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. -Level 2 requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Masters degree plus 3 years of job-related experience -Level 3 requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred. -5+ years of experience in prompt engineering and AI tools to accelerate workloads Preferred skills: Agile experience What Sets You Apart:-Master Degree-Proficiency in Python and Java-Strong understanding of API design, testing, development, and management-Familiarity with Scaled Agile methodology and best practices-Knowledge of DevOps principles, including CI/CD pipelines, GitOps, automation, configuration management, and infrastructure as code-Experience with AWS (AWS Solutions Architect preferred), Azure is a plus-Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes-Understanding of security best practices, risk, compliance, vulnerability management, encryption, PKI, incident response, auditing, and monitoring-Strong ability to work effectively with development, operations, and security teams-Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills-Proficient in generating documentation and sharing knowledge-GitLab, Nexus Managed Artifacts, Ansible, Terragrunt, ArgoCD-VS Code, Maven-AWS: EKS, EC2, Lambda, S3, EBS/EFS, VPC, DNS, IAM, KMS, CloudWatch, CloudTrail-Kubernetes, Docker-ACAS/Grype vulnerability scanning, SIEM (Splunk), Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)-Version Control and Collaboration:-Git, Jira, Confluence-Proven ability to execute the software development process-Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies creatively-Collaborative team player with a knack for technical leadership-Up-to-date with technology trends and enthusiastic about championing new ideas and process improvements-Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and your team-Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation -Agile experience Additional Information:- Requires an Active Top Secret Clearance -Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.-In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire. After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.