Software Development Engineer at CloudFit Software in Lynchburg, VA

Summary: CloudFit Software is seeking a Software Development Engineer with experience in developing cloud-based applications. In this role, you'll take ownership of key feature areas in a product, ensuring the highest level of customer service while tackling complex problems within system and architectural boundaries. Responsibilities: - Take ownership of product features from backlog to support and maintenance - Apply engineering best practices throughout all phases of a project lifecycle, including daily stand-ups, code reviews, source code management, deployment processes, and production code support - Communicate effectively with users, engineers, and management to translate requirements into deployable software - Actively participate in engineering meetings and cross-team mentoring activities - Participate in an On-Call rotation for production platform support - Negotiate trade-offs between software quality and time to market - Travel to support customers in air-gapped environments Required Qualifications: - 6+ months of professional application development experience in a modern software development role - Familiarity with full-stack development and basic knowledge of computer science fundamentals like object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms - Experience in a customer-facing role, providing technical evaluations - Familiarity with Agile environments and tools like Jira or Azure DevOps - Basic understanding of SOLID Principles and programming fundamentals - Experience with REST APIs and single-page applications - Knowledge of server (microservice) and monolith architectures - Proficiency in unit and integration testing - Experience with developing cloud-native applications and familiarity with cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, or GCP - Knowledge of software developer tools like Java, Node.js, .NET, React, and C# - Basic understanding of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker/Kubernetes - Current Federal Security Clearance or ability to obtain (US Citizenship required) Preferred Qualifications: - Basic understanding of application instrumentation and monitoring systems - Awareness of cloud and data storage design patterns - Cloud and DevOps certifications - A degree in Computer Science or related field Required Skills: Cloud-based applications, Full-stack development, REST APIs, Cloud platforms Important Skills: Agile environments, Unit testing, Microservice architecture, Java, Node.js, .NET, React, C# Nice-to-Have Skills: Customer-facing experience, SOLID Principles, Containerization, Orchestration tools, Application instrumentation, Monitoring systems, Cloud certifications, Computer Science degree Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, & voluntary health options for you and your family!, Talkspace, Calm, virtual therapy, counseling, 401(k), HSA, FSAs, Personal Financial Advisors, 3 Weeks of PTO, 15 Paid Company Holidays, 8 Giving Back Hours, Reimbursement, gym discounts, health fairs, & more!, Earn & give recognition, annual awards, celebrations, Certification Reimbursement, User Friendly Career Development Tools & Resources