Software Engineer

Position Description:

AvMet Applications, Inc. (AvMet), is recruiting for a Software Engineer who is self-motivated and detail-oriented with excellent communications skills and a positive attitude to join our team of scientists, engineers, and researchers. AvMet staff have a wide range of backgrounds and experience from air traffic controllers and commercial pilots to operational meteorologists and systems engineers. AvMet’s work domain ranges from program management support to large-scale data manipulation, model, and analysis.

The successful candidate will be part of a team supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) projects. The candidate will primarily develop and implement effective software for cloud and web-based applications. In addition, the candidate will develop or contribute to solutions to a variety of software problems of moderate scope and complexity.

This position requires strong problem-solving skills focused on software development. This position also requires the ability to work independently and in team-based environments with some guidance.

The candidate must be able to manage multiple tasks and convey a professional image in client meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.A./B.S. Degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline (from an accredited college or university) and 4-10 years of relevant professional experience*
Proficiency in Python
Experience with Cloud (AWS), web development, and other Web Services
Understanding of NoSQL and relational databases
Solid understanding of software architecture and scalability
Familiarity with XML and JSON
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn quickly and work effectively as part of a team or individually
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Must be legally able to work in the United States without sponsorship

Desirable Qualifications:

Interest in and/or knowledge of aviation
Experience in Java or JavaScript
Experience in C, C++
Experience in Linux and Windows environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook)
Knowledge of aviation operations (e.g., flight operations, air traffic control, etc.) and associated data sets
Knowledge of FAA and National Weather Service aviation weather programs
Familiarity with NASA aviation research programs

** Note: Relevant professional experience must consist of full-time employment that is neither an institutional assistantship nor a co-op position. Full-time internships, paid or unpaid, at both the undergraduate and graduate level, are considered relevant professional experience.

This position is located in Reston, VA, however, remote employment may be considered for candidates with demonstrable success working remotely.

The start date for the position is flexible.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume as email attachments to careers@avmet.com. Please include the position title in the email subject line.

Benefits:

AvMet provides a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees. Benefits include the following:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance*
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Paid annual leave
401k with fully vested 3% company contribution
11 Federal Government holidays per year
* portion paid by the employee