The Application Development discipline at Noctua Technology, LLC is a strategic force driving innovation through modern software practices. Our team of skilled professionals specializes in designing, building, and optimizing systems and applications using cloud-native development principles. We work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and leverage our expertise to implement scalable and secure application solutions.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Application Development Engineer to join our dynamic Application Development team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will play a crucial role in helping organizations in creating visually appealing and user-centric web applications, contributing to a positive and engaging online experience for users. In addition, as a Senior Engineer you will be expected to lead engineering engagements by collaborating with cross-functional teams including customers, partners, and internal engineers.
- Location: Primarily Remote. Candidates must be based in San Diego, CA or DC Metro Area for proximity to project and client teams.
- Security Clearance Requirement: Applicants must be US citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance or above.
Key Responsibilities
Application Development - Full Stack
- Lead the design and development of both the front-end (user interface) and back-end (server-side) of web applications or software.
- Lead the design and development of visually appealing and user-friendly web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Ensure seamless user experiences across various devices by implementing responsive design principles.
- Collaborate with UX designers to transform wireframes and mockups into interactive and visually appealing interfaces.
- Build and maintain databases and API (Application Programming Interfaces) microservices.
Cloud-Native Engineering
- Architect and implement microservices and serverless solutions, adhering to cloud-native best practices for scalability, resilience, and high availability.
- Design, build, and maintain Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to automate application deployment and testing.
- Implement and manage containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, for application deployment.
- Establish comprehensive monitoring, logging, and tracing frameworks to ensure the operational health and performance of cloud applications.
Testing and Optimization
- Test and optimize web applications for cross-browser compatibility, ensuring consistent performance across different browsers.
- Implement best practices for front-end performance optimization to enhance website speed and responsiveness.
- Test and optimize API microservices to support horizontal scalability and load testing
Collaboration and Documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, domain experts, and business analysts, to understand requirements and deliver integrated solutions.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for source code and. ensure that the knowledge is shared and accessible within the team.
Customer Engagement
- Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfer activities to empower clients with the skills needed to effectively manage and maintain their cloud environments.
- Act on client feedback constructively to improve services and outcomes.
- Continuously seek ways to enhance the overall customer experience.
Continuous Learning and Innovation
- Stay updated on the latest developments in cloud infrastructure and technology trends.
- Drive innovation by proposing and implementing new techniques and technologies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in application development with a strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and coding best practices.
- In-depth knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Javascript, Python, or others relevant to application development.
- Experience with front-end web technologies such as Node.js, Angular, React
- Strong Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Strong software engineering skills with an emphasis on writing clean, modular, and maintainable code.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Salary Range: $138,125 - $186,900