ARKA Group L.P. ("ARKA") is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.
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Position Overview:
We are looking for a Junior Full Stack Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing frontend and backend software for a complex web application Translating software requirements into working and maintainable solutions within the existing application frameworks.
Responsibilities:
Managing the complete software development process from conception to deployment
Maintaining and upgrading the software following deployment
Managing the end-to-end life cycle for the production of software and applications
Overseeing and guiding the analyzing, writing, building, and deployment of software
Overseeing the automated testing and providing feedback to management during the development process
Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Knowledge of React, Docker, and Spring Boot or .Net
Proficiency working with non-relational databases (e.g., mongodb)
Proficiency with Source Control tools (e.g. Git, Gitlab)
Experience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum software development methodology including using tools like Git, Jira and Confluence
Experience creating software tests to verify the functionality and quality of the software
Ability to effectively work within a software engineering team
Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance to support the government
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with AWS, Kubernetes
Experience with Government Clouds (e.g. GovCloud, C2S)
Experience with Java, C#, C or Python
Experience with JavaScript or Typescript experience
Location:
Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.
401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
13 paid holidays
Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
4 weeks paid Parental Leave
Employee assistance program (EAP)
EHS/Environmental Requirements:
This 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.
Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.
ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
Visa Restrictions:
No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Pre-employment Screenings:
Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
ARKA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.