STR is seeking a motivated and versatile Software Developer to join our Strategic Projects, Analytics & Applications (SPAA) team within the Operations Division. SPAA is responsible for developing and sustaining enterprise business capabilities through cross-functional project execution, business analytics, and business applications management.
This position will support the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software tools and applications that improve business processes, automate workflows, and enable data-driven decision-making across STR.
Working closely with the Business Analytics and Business Applications functional leads, the Software Developer will develop and maintain solutions that support enterprise reporting, data integration, business system administration, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a technically capable, creative problem-solver who enjoys collaborating with business stakeholders to translate operational needs into reliable, scalable software solutions.
Description & Responsibilities / What you will do:
- Collaborate with Business Analytics, Business Applications, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, identify opportunities for automation and process improvement, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Develop product roadmaps, prioritize and maintain feature backlogs, and communicate progress to project stakeholders.
- Design, develop, and test software applications, tools, integrations, APIs, and automated workflows that support enterprise business operations, including STR's enterprise data warehouse and associated data processing capabilities.
- Leverage AI-assisted development tools and coding agents to accelerate software development, testing, and maintenance.
- Deploy and maintain containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Podman) using CI/CD pipelines, source control, and automated testing to ensure reliable software delivery.
- Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure solutions meet STR's technical, infrastructure, and security requirements.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance existing applications, scripts, integrations, and automation tools, providing ongoing operational support and technical documentation.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to software development practices, system reliability, and enterprise capabilities.
Experience & Qualifications / Who you are:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum of 2 years of professional software development experience
- Proficiency in Python and experience with one or more additional programming languages, such as C++ or Java
- Experience using AI-assisted software development tools and coding agents, such as Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, or similar technologies
- Experience developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions intended for reliable enterprise use
- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman
- Experience with Git-based source control, CI/CD tools such as GitLab, and automated build and deployment pipelines
- Working knowledge of Linux environments and basic system administration
- Understanding of IT cybersecurity fundamentals and secure software development practices
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to independently investigate and resolve technical challenges
- Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple development and support priorities
- Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice to have:
- Experience developing software tools and integrations supporting enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial, HR, or other business applications
- Experience with SQL, relational databases, data engineering, ETL/ELT pipelines, or data warehouse technologies
- Experience developing REST APIs, web applications, or internal business tools
- Familiarity with Power BI, business intelligence platforms, or analytical data environments
- Experience developing AI-enabled applications, including large language model integrations, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or agent-based workflows
- Experience with infrastructure automation, application monitoring, logging, and operational support
- Familiarity with software development practices in regulated or security-conscious environments
- Experience working in cross-functional teams supporting enterprise business transformation or process improvement initiatives
- Experience supporting U.S. Government contracting organizations
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $111,000 - $145,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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