Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
🏢 About Trace3
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
🎯 The Role
The Software Engineer III will design, develop and maintain mission-critical software in support of missile warning systems. Develops and maintains complex engineering computer programs, and performs coding, testing, installing, and maintaining of engineering computer programs having features including multiplicity of function, critical constraints, and elaborate input/output. This position is 100% on-site and requires hands-on collaboration with cross-functional teams in a secure environment.
✅ Key Responsibilities
Develop, create, modify, operate, integrate, test and maintain software systems or platforms
Write and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability
Containerize existing codebases using Docker and other container technologies
Analyze user needs and develop software solutions
Ensure security of software and systems
Work with Agile teams in high-level design, development, implementation, integration and verification of software components
Attend and Participate in Periodic Large Scale Agile Planning events, as well as standard Agile meetings (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Backlog Grooming, Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives)
Develop computer program documentation and operational procedures
Provide diagnostic support to correct processing anomalies in complex computer programs
Assist in the preparation of specifications and other activities that require knowledge of programming principles and techniques
Interpret requirements and performs analysis to ensure that objectives are met
📌 Required Qualifications
4+ years of relevant experience in software engineering
Strong experience & Java skills REQUIRED
Experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit, Google Test, or similar
Experience containerizing applications using Docker required (Kubernetes experience a plus)
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Atlassian Bamboo, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
Wide breadth of expertise in development languages, tools and environments in the design and development of software-centric solutions
Producing design documentation and as-built documentation with little or no assistance
⭐ Desirable Experience
Top Secret Security Clearance preferred
🎁 Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
Competitive Compensation
Training and development programs
Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
Collaborative and cool culture
Work-life balance and generous paid time off
🛂 Visa & Eligibility
Minimum Active Secret Security Clearance required – Top Secret is preferred
