Senior Software Developer, Web Developer

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Software Developers supporting Joint Force Development programs within a DoD environment. Collaborating in a modern development environment while utilizing various software skill sets.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeMaine • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications and systems
Translating functional and technical requirements into scalable solutions
Writing and optimizing code across backend and/or frontend systems
Supporting system integration, data interfaces, and application performance improvements
Conducting testing, debugging, and troubleshooting activities
Developing technical documentation to support system design and functionality
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of solutions
Leading development efforts and mentoring junior developers (for Senior / Lead-Level)
Designing system architecture and scalable application frameworks (for Senior / Lead-Level)
Supporting integration, system testing, and deployment activities (for Senior / Lead-Level)
Managing development timelines, tasks, and deliverables (for Senior / Lead-Level)
Contributing to technical strategy and solution design decisions (for Senior / Lead-Level)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Entry to mid-level experience in software development
5+ years of experience in software engineering (for Senior Software Developer)
5+ years of experience in web-based application development (for Senior Web Developer)
Experience supporting DoD or federal government programs
Experience working in secure or classified environments
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
Experience with backend, frontend, or full-stack development
Knowledge of cloud environments and modern development frameworks
Experience with API development, system integration, and data pipelines
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
U.S. Citizenship Required due to federal contract. No visa sponsorship (OPT/CPT included).

Benefits

Comp & perks

ALEX provides a variety of benefits designed to help meet the needs of our employees.

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentsystem integrationAPI developmentdata pipelinesweb-based application developmentbackend developmentfrontend developmenttechnical documentationscalable solutionsAgile methodologies

Soft Skills

problem-solvinganalytical skillswritten communicationverbal communicationcollaborationmentoringleadershiptime managementtask managementcross-functional teamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Software Engineeringequivalent experience