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We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!\nBuild Innovative Solutions. Support a Critical Mission.\nTorch Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering Directorate’s Modeling & Simulation (M&S) mission.\nDevelop innovative applications, intelligent automations, and collaboration tools that streamline engineering workflows and improve decision-making. Work with technologies such as Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Tableau, SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, and AI-assisted development tools to solve complex problems and modernize mission-critical operations.\nThis position will have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, collaborate with talented technical professionals, and deliver solutions that make an immediate difference.\nAs a Software Engineer 3, your duties will include, but are not limited to:\nDesign and Build Innovative Software Solutions\nDesign, develop, test, and deploy custom applications, automation tools, dashboards, scripts, and workflow solutions.\nDevelop intuitive, modern user interfaces that simplify complex processes and improve the user experience.\nCreate software solutions that automate data collection, transformation, reporting, task management, and repetitive business activities.\nBuild and enhance integrated solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint Online, Jira, Confluence, and related technologies.\nLeverage AI and Emerging Technologies\nUse AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, and other emerging technologies to improve development efficiency, code quality, testing, and documentation.\nExplore innovative ways to incorporate AI capabilities into software development and process automation.\nIdentify opportunities to replace manual processes with intelligent, scalable, and maintainable solutions.\nModernize Collaboration and Data Management\nDevelop and maintain modern SharePoint environments, dashboards, forms, workflows, and collaboration solutions that improve information accessibility and team productivity.\nDesign and configure SharePoint sites, lists, libraries, permissions, and content structures that are intuitive, secure, and aligned with user needs.\nDevelop integrations and automation capabilities that improve data accuracy, reduce duplication, and connect information across systems.\nEnhance existing applications and workflows to improve performance, reliability, usability, and long-term maintainability.\nCollaborate, Innovate, and Deliver\nPartner with software engineers, systems engineers, analysts, product owners, and mission stakeholders to understand challenges and develop effective technical solutions.\nTranslate user requirements and operational needs into well-designed software capabilities and technical solutions.\nParticipate in Agile development activities, technical discussions, design reviews, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.\nPresent technical concepts, demonstrations, implementation progress, and recommendations to customers and leadership.\nDevelop clear technical documentation and support the ongoing improvement and sustainment of deployed solutions.\nApply software engineering best practices to deliver secure, reliable, maintainable solutions that meet customer and mission requirements.\nJob Requirements:\nU.S. Citizenship\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.· \n5+ years of relevant experience in software engineering, application development, process automation, or related software development activities.\nActive Secret security clearance\nStrong foundation in software engineering, application design, databases, algorithms, and coding best practices.\nHands-on experience developing applications, automations, dashboards, scripts, and integrated solutions.\nExperience with Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, or similar tools.\nExperience using AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) for coding, troubleshooting, and documentation.\nAbility to design user-friendly interfaces and translate complex requirements into practical solutions.\nFamiliarity with Agile methodologies and cross-functional teamwork.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills; willingness to learn new technologies.\nAbility to independently manage assignments and deliver secure, reliable, high-quality solutions.\nExcellent communication and collaboration skills with technical teams, customers, and leadership.\nAbility to analyze workflows, define technical requirements, and recommend efficiency improvements.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nDeveloping applications and automated workflows using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online.\nBuilding custom solutions using HTML, JavaScript, APIs, scripting languages, or other software development frameworks.\nCreating reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using Power BI or similar tools.\nApplying AI-assisted development technologies to accelerate software delivery and improve code quality.\nWorking with AI/ML frameworks, technologies, or APIs such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or OpenAI APIs.\nDeveloping and documenting software requirements and technical specifications.\nSupporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, government customers, or mission-focused engineering environments.\nIntegrating multiple software platforms to create streamlined, user-friendly solutions.\nJob Type: Regular Full-time\nSchedule: M-F; 8-5\nWork Location: Huntsville, AL\nTravel: yes, 0-10%\nRelocation Assistance Available: No\nPosition Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No\nBenefits:\nTorch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.\nApplying to Torch Technologies:\nOnly those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.\n­\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.\nIf you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. 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