Software Engineer at Mercer University in Warner Robins, GA

Job description

Application Instructions: External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The " My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it . Current Mercer University Employees : Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website . Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply . Job Title: Software Engineer Department: MERC College/Division: Mercer Engineering Research Center Primary Job Posting Location: Warner Robins, GA 31088-7810 Job Details: Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. We are currently recruiting for a Software Engineer in support of the Software/Cyber Directorate. The incumbent will be responsible for developing web-based applications or programs, modifying existing software, incorporating new hardware, improving performance, adding new capabilities, or upgrading interfaces. Works under the direction of a Technical Lead on larger projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Full stack software development • Develops embedded software, engineering/scientific software, web applications, machine learning, and/or artificial intelligence-based software solutions • Communicates with colleagues and more senior developers on technical designs and development • Documents the software design using flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, self-documenting code, inline comments, and/or other appropriate documentation • Develops software solutions by studying user requirements, data usage, and systems flow • Provides project status to internal and external customers • Analyzes source code and recommends software quality and/or performance improvements • Manages the software development life cycle • Decomposes typical, non-complex software requirements into actionable steps • Manages role-based access control and access control list for systems and devices • Prepares reports on programming project specifications, activities, or status • Directs system testing and validation procedures • Directs software programming and documentation development • Collaborates with colleagues, customers, and other companies on software and cybersecurity projects • Complies with all Executive Director approved MERC-wide policies and procedures • Adheres to approved MERC MSP quality management policies and principles and promotes an attitude of commitment to continuous quality improvement • Ensures thorough familiarity and awareness of all MERC core capabilities and remains alert for any opportunities to promote MERC capabilities and interests to customers and potential customers • Submits suggestions for new business opportunities or report identified customer problems or opportunities to the Director of Acquisition Strategy through a Chief Engineer REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • US Citizenship is required • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance • A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an ABET-accredited institution • Possesses or is capable of possessing Security+ CE Certification • Experience with Python, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, C#, and Microsoft.NET frameworks including MVC, Web Forms and/or Microsoft.NET core • Experience i