Software Engineer – Database Developer

Role Overview

We are seeking senior software candidates with an active TS/SCI clearance to support a space ground system transitioning from a prototype into full operations. This role requires architectural thinkers and experienced leaders who can redesign a reference program for operational rigor. The focus is on candidates with ground-to-space or space-to-ground experience, strong system-level knowledge, and the ability to shape and mature a mission-critical system, not just execute tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement database solutions at extreme scale, supporting data throughput of approximately 10TB per day and petabyte-scale data over the system lifecycle.
• Redesign a prototype reference program into a fully operational, large-scale space ground system with operational rigor.
• Design and architect a real-time, mission-critical ground system capable of continuous 24/7 operations.
• Develop systems that integrate mission planning, mission management, real-time visualization, and user interfaces.
• Design systems for real-time access, storage, retrieval, and analytics where performance and reliability are mission-critical.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, mission systems, and other teams to transition systems from prototype to operations.
• Enable the long-term sustainment of data-heavy operations.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Security Clearance: An active Top Secret (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance is required to start.
• Experience:
  • 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing software test environments, including hardware, software, and network configuration.
  • Experience in large-scale database or data platform design and implementation.
  • Experience with real-time or near-real-time data systems and high-ingest, high-retention environments.
  • Experience with hardware/software integration, emulation, or testing, preferably in a lab environment.
  • Proficiency in foundational Computer Science knowledge, object-oriented design, and software patterns.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space or defense programs, particularly with ground-to-space or space-to-ground systems.
• Experience with Software Engineering principles such as Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture, and Software Life Cycle Management.
• Experience with one or more of the following: Java, C++, Python, JS frameworks (REACT, jQuery UI, Open Layers), Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, and OpenAPI.
• Experience using dependency management and automation services (e.g., Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins).
• Experience using cloud-based infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with practices such as test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $126,000.00 to $217,000.00 annually. The pay rate range is $85.00 to $105.00 per hour. Specific compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.