REMOTE - Java Backend Software Engineer II

About the Role:

The Software Engineer II is a mid-level contributor responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions that support Wilcore’s federal programs. Building upon foundational engineering experience, this role demonstrates growing independence in technical execution, collaboration, and problem-solving.

The Software Engineer II works closely with senior engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and accessible applications. This role emphasizes adherence to best practices in secure development, agile methodologies, and compliance with federal cybersecurity and accessibility standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in software development.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience in front-end or back-end framework such as React, Angular, Node.js, Django, or Spring Boot.
• Working knowledge of secure development practices and cloud enviroments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies including Agile or Scrum.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles.
• U.S. Citizenship required (due to federal contracting requirements)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of RESTful API development and integration
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or CompTIA Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
• Contributions to open-source projects or participation in developer communities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and deploy new features and enhancements for existing software applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following industry best practices and company standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Assist in the design and implementation of software architecture and system integrations.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for software components and development processes.

Skills:

The required skills enable you to write robust and efficient code that forms the foundation of our software products, ensuring they are scalable and maintainable. Your proficiency in programming languages allows you to implement complex features and fix bugs effectively. Understanding software development methodologies helps you collaborate seamlessly with team members and adapt to changing project requirements. Preferred skills such as cloud platform experience and containerization empower you to build and deploy applications in modern, scalable environments. Additionally, knowledge of CI/CD and automated testing enhances the reliability and speed of software delivery, while familiarity with databases supports efficient data management and retrieval.