[Remote] Optimization Tech Debt Engineer (Engineer Software 2) - 27217 Job Details | HII's Mission Technologies division

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Mission Technologies is seeking a motivated Engineer Software to join our team supporting the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) program. In this role, you will help improve and sustain complex training and simulation software used by the Joint Staff J7, focusing on modernizing systems, reducing technical debt, and delivering high quality software solutions.ResponsibilitiesIdentify and prioritize technical debt across the codebaseRefactor legacy and high complexity code to improve maintainabilityReduce code duplication and enhance modularityExpand and stabilize automated testing (unit, integration, regression)Upgrade outdated libraries, frameworks, and dependenciesAddress security vulnerabilities and deprecated componentsImprove CI/CD pipeline reliabilityEnhance logging, monitoring, and error handlingDevelop and maintain technical documentation and coding standardsWork with feature teams to plan and execute improvement initiativesConduct research and support system architecture, design, and developmentAnalyze user needs and system capabilities to solve technical challengesWrite high quality, standards compliant codeTest software, document findings, and resolve issuesSupport development and updates for virtual environment training coursesSkills2 years experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experienceStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work both independently and collaborativelyStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsSelf motivated and able to work with minimal supervisionExperience developing in a Linux environmentProficiency working with Agile methodologies and frameworksExperience with Confluence, Jira, and GitProficiency in Java and JavaScriptExperience with NodeJS and ReactJSWorking knowledge of C++/C# in Visual StudioStrong debugging skillsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office 360Must have an active Secret ClearanceKnowledge with distributed systems and system architectureKnowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Experience working with relational and NoSQL/graph databases preferredFamiliar with developing and maintaining Helm chartsBackground in performance optimizationExperience leading technical improvement or modernization effortsBenefitsBest-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choicesWellness resourcesEmployee assistance programsSavings Plan Options (401(k))Financial planning toolsLife insuranceEmployee discountsPaid holidays and paid time offTuition reimbursementEarly childhood and post-secondary education scholarshipsBonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of applicationCompany OverviewHII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force. It was founded in 2011, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://tsd.huntingtoningalls.com/.