Entrylevel Full Stack Java Developer Jobs in Alabama

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Job Title: : Software Developer

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Lockheed Martin is seeking a dedicated and experienced Software Engineer to join the Modeling and Simulation Contract – Framework and Tools (MASC-F) team. This program is critical to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), as it develops and sustains the Objective Simulation Framework (OSF) used to rigorously test and evaluate the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) and its elements (e.g., sensors, interceptors, C2BMC). This role is fundamental to ensuring the operational effectiveness of layered missile defense architectures, including the future Golden Dome concept.

Must have an active and transferable DoD security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

• 2+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on real-time systems or Modeling & Simulation.

• Expertise in C++ and/or Java development.

  • Candidate is expected to be proficient in C++.
  • Experience with GitLab/Git for software configuration management
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS
  • Experience programming network connections (message generation, formatting, UDP and TCP/IP interfaces)
  • Full time onsite

Essential Job Functions

• Writing programs using C++, Java or similar languages
• Creating and running unit test
• Developing software documentation
• Creating and running automated software builds and pipelines in a Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) environment
• Collaborating with Stakeholders and Government customers
• Working within an Agile team environment, to include Program Increment Planning, Iteration Planning, Feature and Story development, Sprint Planning, and Iteration Retrospectives.
• Participating in demos for the team and program Sprint reviews
• Participate on a team of software developers supporting architecture discussions; code design, development and review to delivery; and integration
• Develop code based on written features in a highly collaborative environment, provide code-level insights to debug software
• Ensure adherence to software engineering standards, language style guides, best practices, and configuration management processes
• Develop UI/UX components and intuitive front-end solutions using tools such as Storybook and modern Java/C++ frameworks
• Work with containerization tools like Docker and/or Podman to support the program’s shift toward microservices and scalable deployment models
• Collaborate in a fast-paced Agile environment, utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence (Digital Agility) for sprint tracking, backlog grooming, and team collaboration
• Participate in mixed classification and distributed computing environments for code development, deployment, and testing
• Assist teams with breaking down Feature development stories to actionable tasks that can be independently developed and collectively integrated
• Interface with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, software testers, product owners, and Lockheed program leadership

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting DoD or aerospace/defense programs
• Experience with the OpenSplice software
• Experience with Test-Driven development practices
• Background in distributed systems, local compute cluster platforms / cloud architectures, and containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Podman)
• Knowledge of OSF-G architecture or similar real-time frameworks
• Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD processes

Arcarithm is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified candidates 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. Arcarithm participates in E-Verify.