Software Engineer – Special Operations Mission Systems

DS2 is seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer to support Special Operations mission-critical software, with a focus on mission planning applications. This onsite role in Niceville, FL involves building, deploying, testing, and continuously integrating feature-rich applications and proof-of-concepts for next-generation aviation mission planning.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, deployment, and demonstration of feature-rich mission planning applications.
• Collaborate with the team to test, develop, perform peer review, and continuously integrate changes into the code base.
• Conduct research, provide reports, and produce proof-of-concepts and prototypes for modern approaches to next-generation aviation mission planning.
• Keep skills current by learning emerging technologies and programming tools to support team effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field, plus at least 6 years of experience.
• Background developing mission planning applications for USASOAC, with specific focus on supporting the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment.
• Active programming experience using one or more of: C, C++, C#, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, or Typescript.
• Motivated, energetic development mindset with strong time management and task prioritization to support on-time delivery.
• Ability to engage with teammates both virtually and face-to-face to plan work, seek or provide help, and present solutions to clients.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Technologies

• Languages: C, C++, C#, Kotlin, Java, JavaScript, Typescript
• Application and UI: Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF), .Net, .Net Desktop Development, .Net MAUI
• Web and frameworks: Web frameworks, React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, Angular
• Additional topics: Kotlin Multiplatform, AI-Assisted software development workflows
• Methodologies and platforms: Scrum, Microsoft, Google Developer certifications

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points)

• Experience using Windows Presentation Foundation for .Net Desktop Development.
• Experience with web frameworks such as React, Node.js, Vue.js, Next.js, ASP.NET, or Angular.
• Any experience developing cross-platform applications using Kotlin Multiplatform or .Net MAUI.
• Examples of code or applications that can be reviewed.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AI-Assisted software development workflows.
• One or more Scrum, Microsoft, Google Developer certifications, or other technical certifications.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D.
• Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays.
• 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment.
• Certification reimbursement, bonuses, and Learning Platform Subscriptions.
• Catered tech talk lunches on topics selected by you and your teammates.
• Sponsored community and volunteer events.
• Monthly office social events including game night, cook outs, and office parties.

Position Details

• Location: Niceville, FL (onsite)
• Salary: USD 100,000 - 120,000 per year
• Experience level: Mid-Level
• Minimum experience: 6 years

Eligibility Notice

You must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.