Associate Software Development Engineer Jobs in Valrico, FL

Concept Solutions is seeking an experienced Aircraft Operations Center Software Development Lead to lead the design, development, modernization, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical software applications supporting aviation operations and airborne data collection. This hands-on technical leadership role is responsible for guiding Agile development teams, delivering secure and scalable software solutions, and sustaining production applications that support hurricane reconnaissance, atmospheric research, and environmental data collection. The ideal candidate has experience leading enterprise application development, mentoring technical teams, and delivering reliable software in complex operational environments.

This position is contingent upon contract award and may require successful completion of customer-specific screening and clearance requirements.

• Lead the architecture, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of enterprise and mission software applications.
• Provide technical leadership to Agile development teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Design and develop secure web applications, APIs, dashboards, system integrations, and workflow automation solutions.
• Modernize legacy applications using cloud-native technologies and contemporary development frameworks.
• Architect, deploy, and support relational databases and the front-end and back-end applications that use them.
• Support scientific and airborne data acquisition systems through development, integration, and sustainment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and deliver high-quality software products.
• Implement DevSecOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, source control, and secure coding standards.
• Provide Tier 1 through Tier 3 support for custom developed software, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, and enhancements.
• Establish development standards, perform code reviews, mentor software engineers, and prepare technical documentation.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years leading and supporting software development teams.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and CMMI Level 3 development processes.
• Strong proficiency with C#/.NET and .NET Core, JavaScript, and SQL database technologies including SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle.
• Experience with Visual Studio, REST APIs, Git, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Experience with configuration management, change management, and formal release management.
• Knowledge of secure software development, cybersecurity principles, and Section 508 accessibility.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Public Trust clearance and to work on-site in Lakeland, FL.

• Enterprise IT modernization experience.
• Experience supporting aviation, maritime, scientific, or other mission-operations environments.
• Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud-native development.
• Experience with AngularJS, ASP.NET, Drupal, Java, J2EE, WPF, or XAML.
• Experience developing or sustaining sensor, telemetry, or scientific data acquisition systems.
• Experience supporting disconnected or low-bandwidth environments.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
• Security+
• CISSP
• ITIL Foundation

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is a leading small business in technology, engineering, and management consulting. We are the innovative and agile force behind strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and safeguard our nation across Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors.

For over 25 years, CS has been a trusted partner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies delivering vital IT, security, and project management services.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001-1:2013 standards. CS boasts company highlights that include:

• Over two decades of experience across over $300 million in contract awards supporting critical FAA programs
• Multiple contract vehicles providing opportunities across FAA, DoD, NOAA, and other Federal agencies
• Innovation Council - CS maintains an active Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program that is geared towards identifying emerging technologies and pursuing technological innovations

At CS, we know our success stems from our talented team. That’s why we prioritize the wellbeing and growth of our employees, fostering a positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development.

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

Concept Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Concept Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.