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A strong understanding of cloud computing, APIs, and software architecture is highly desirable. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we would love to hear from you!\nIn support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.\nWe offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.\nResponsibilities:\nManaging the complete software development process from conception to deployment\nMaintaining and upgrading the software following deployment\nManaging the end-to-end life cycle for the production of software and applications\nOverseeing and guiding the analyzing, writing, building, and deployment of software\nOverseeing the automated testing and providing feedback to management during the development process\nModifying and testing changes to previously developed programs\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in computer science or related field\nAt least 5 years of Java, C#, or Python\nAt least 1 year of Javascript or Typescript experience\nAbility to work in a modern software development office 3+ days a week with growth to 5 days a week in office when required\nExperience with the design, development, and maintenance of high-quality, scalable, and secure software applications using Java and modern frameworks such as Spring Boot or Quarkus\nAbility to collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, architects, and other engineers to define, design, and ship new features\nUnderstanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance\nAbility to write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code\nExperience in the development of unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality\nExperiencing in the development of microservices and RESTful APIs\nKnowledge of how to work in an Agile/Scrum development environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews\nActive Secret U.S Government Security Clearance\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience with a modern cloud provider such as AWS or Azure as well as understanding of standalone Kubernetes deployments\nExperience with modern front-end development using React or Angular as well as a corollary understanding of JavaScript or Typescript\nExperience with Source Control tools (e.g. Git, Gitlab)\nExperience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum software development methodology including using tools like Git, Jira and Confluence\nPay Range: $130,000 - $185,000\nYour actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.\nThe application window will close in 60 days for this position.\nLocation:Colorado Springs, CO\nIf you like city life, but also enjoy the great outdoors, Colorado Springs is the place for you. The city rests at the base of Pikes Peak. The 14,115-foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and plenty of sunshine, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities. The city is also known for its robust high-tech and sports industries. We are home to the U.S. Air Force Academy and four military bases and with the Olympic Training Center and dozens of sports federations nearby, it’s common to spot world-class athletes around town.\nWhat We Offer:\nComprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages\nCompany contributions to qualified HSA accounts\n401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions\n3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events\n13 paid holidays\nUpfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs\nAnnual bonus program based on company and employee performance\nCompany paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance\n4 weeks paid Parental Leave\nEmployee assistance program (EAP)\nEHS/Environmental Requirements:\nThis job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.\nApplicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. 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