_{10th April, 2025}

Software Engineer #1022135
Job Description:

• We are seeking a qualified Software Engineer to join our team, supporting a variety of projects across the defense industry.
• This position will contribute to the development of software solutions, working in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality products throughout the full product lifecycle.
• The Software Engineer will collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams, as well as with external partners, to ensure successful delivery of software solutions in defense engineering projects.
• A successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong technical expertise and a focus on continuous improvement.

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & SKILLS:
Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Implement, verify, and deliver software solutions individually or as part of a team.
• Collaborate with project teams to support software solutions across defense initiatives.
• Maintain adherence to process, patterns, practices, and technologies for delivering solutions.
• Assist in identifying the technology and skills needed for solution delivery.
• Provide expertise in solution architecture and design.
• Participate in requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders to provide insights into potential solutions.
• Stay up to date on the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies to inform solution development.
• Work effectively with both internal and external teams, including remote partners.
• Participate in and support the execution of code reviews, design reviews, and product requirement discussions.
• Use agile methodologies to manage workflows and improve team productivity.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, tackling challenges with minimal guidance and demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset.

 
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software engineering or related field.
• Experience in the defense or aerospace industry is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks and working in engineering prototype environments.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, and .NET.
• Strong knowledge of software engineering practices, including CI/CD, unit testing, and version control.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and simulation tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of defense-specific requirements and experience with DoD projects is a plus.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

 
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Daytime schedule Monday-Friday with flexibility to work longer hours and weekends during peak project deliverable durations or offsite testing trips.
• Monthly travel may be required and will vary based on project requirements.

 
Top 3 requirements:

• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, and .NET, Defense Experience, Agile Methods

 
Preferred, not required:

• Different network architecture and defense experience

 
Additional Info:
 
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023!
To view all of our open positions go to: https://www.fasttek.com/fastswitch/findwork
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