Job Description

Job Details:
Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. We are currently recruiting for a Software Engineer in support of the Software/Cyber Directorate. The incumbent will be responsible for developing web-based applications or programs, modifying existing software, incorporating new hardware, improving performance, adding new capabilities, or upgrading interfaces. Works under the direction of a Technical Lead on larger projects.



RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Full stack software development
• Develops embedded software, engineering/scientific software, web applications, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence-based software solutions
• Communicates with colleagues and more senior developers on technical designs and development
• Documents the software design using flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, self-documenting code, inline comments, and/or other appropriate documentation
• Develops software solutions by studying user requirements, data usage, and systems flow
• Provides project status to internal and external customers
• Analyzes source code and recommends software quality and/or performance improvements
• Manages the software development life cycle
• Decomposes typical, non-complex software requirements into actionable steps
• Manages role-based access control and access control list for systems and devices
• Prepares reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status
• Directs system testing and validation procedures
• Directs software programming and documentation development
• Collaborates with colleagues, customers, and other companies on software and cybersecurity projects
• Complies with all Executive Director approved MERC-wide policies and procedures
• Adheres to approved MERC MSP quality management policies and principles and promotes an attitude of commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Ensures thorough familiarity and awareness of all MERC core capabilities and remains alert for any opportunities to promote MERC capabilities and interests to customers and potential customers
• Submits suggestions for new business opportunities or report identified customer problems or opportunities to the Director of Acquisition Strategy through a Chief Engineer

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an ABET-accredited institution
• Possesses or is capable of possessing Security+ CE Certification
• Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, and Microsoft.NET frameworks including MVC, Web Forms and/or Microsoft.NET core
• Experience in using secure coding practices
• Experience in using database design principles and Structured Query Language
• Experience in using the agile framework and software development life cycle
• Experience in developing testing strategies for components and applications
• Additional requirements may be added as appropriate and as specified in the specific Personnel Requisition Form

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with Oracle/SQL Server
• Knowledge of Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience with AWS, Google Cloud or Azure

• Excellent communication skills to work with cross functional teams

• Strong passion for software development

• Familiarity with Azure Dev Ops

* Proficiency with MS Office, MS Teams, Adobe Suite

Final rank will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.