Senior Software Engineer

At SciTec, a Dayton, Ohio based employer focused on advanced analysis and data processing workflows, the Senior Software Engineer will help design, build, and sustain high-quality software that powers critical missions. The role centers on distributed systems, microservices, and real-time data pipelines, collaborating with researchers and engineers to translate complex analysis needs into robust solutions. This onsite position offers a compelling opportunity to influence sizeable technical programs while working across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, implement, and sustain reliable software aligned with program and project objectives
• Work autonomously and with development teams to deliver complex features end to end
• Engage directly with advanced technical and scientific users to translate analysis requirements into solid software
• Ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of messaging systems and data pipelines
• Contribute to containerized, distributed microservice architectures, including development, deployment, and testing
• Design and maintain real-time or near real-time data processing and streaming workflows
• Identify technical risks and propose mitigation strategies to support program success
• Participate in and guide Agile development activities, including code reviews, design discussions, and sprint planning
• Promote strong engineering practices, focusing on testing, documentation, and maintainability
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through technical collaboration and code reviews
• Champion comprehensive testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system testing
• Contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing with clear technical communication
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience
• Strong proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming, including modern language features and best practices
• Hands-on experience with microservice architectures and distributed systems
• Understanding of containerization (Docker, Podman) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including design patterns, modularity, and maintainability
• Experience writing and maintaining automated tests
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across technical disciplines
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, well-tested code
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional experience working in Linux environments
• Experience using version control systems such as Git
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Technologies

• C++
• C#
• Java
• JavaScript
• Python
• Docker
• Podman
• Kubernetes
• Protocol Buffers
• ZeroMQ
• Kafka
• gRPC
• REST
• Jenkins
• GitLab CI/CD
• Git
• Linux

Benefits

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

Preferred qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g., Masters) in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
• Experience working with remotely sensed data or scientific data processing workflows
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
• Experience with implementing Zero-Trust using OAuth2, SAML, Keycloak, OPA, or similar
• Familiarity with messaging and communication technologies such as Protocol Buffers, ZeroMQ, Kafka, gRPC, and REST
• Professional experience with DevOps and CI/CD tooling, including Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD
• Experience working in Agile software development environments and using task tracking software (e.g., JIRA)