Senior Software Engineer

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At Omega Technical Services, every role supports a mission that matters. Whether you're advancing national security, driving innovation in nuclear infrastructure, or supporting critical DOE and DoD operations, you're part of something bigger here.

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to support ongoing operations at Aiken,SC. This position plays a vital role in advancing critical mission objectives within a highly regulated and technically demanding environment.

As a trusted partner to government agencies and national laboratories, Omega Technical Services supports some of the nation's most complex and high-impact programs. Through these strategic collaborations, Omega contributes directly to the strength, security, and sustainability of the U.S. Nuclear Security Enterprise.

DUTIES

Keeps assigned applications operational by testing product upgrades, providing customer support and problem-solving customer issues. Plans for information systems and services from a perspective of application design, development, installation, or database administration in accordance with SRNS IT processes and procedures. Provides tactical design, engineering, technical specifications, project coordination, and configuration management for moderately complex IT solutions. Assists more senior technical personnel in performing related activities in moderately complex tasks.

Work closely with the Software Professional Lead and the customer/owner to understanding and apply your knowledge of the functional and system requirements.
• Maintain technical expertise in assigned emphasis areas and demonstrate flexibility in multiple disciplines.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with others across IT to provide support for assigned areas Perform other tasks associated with application development lifecycle, commercial o the shelf software support and database administration.
• Perform root cause analysis and outlines corrective action for complex problems.
• Ensure continued service of customer applications through prompt correction of system or program malfunctions and applying a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities.
• Master software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, vulnerability scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.
• Guide personnel to ensure ecient utilization of resources and adherence to technical standards, lead the analysis and development of requirements, design specs, and final products by reviewing systems documentation, plans, and schedules produced by less experienced personnel.
• Train less experienced personnel in the development of requirements, specifications, technical products and existing business processes.
• Lead moderate sized initiatives and projects by establishing tasks, priorities, milestones, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Conduct feasibility studies of automation opportunities and establish cost benefit parameters.
• Develop test plans and execute these plans to ensure that the software is correct.
• Participate in validation and eciency reviews of completed program code.
• Review policies and procedures for technical accuracy.
• Participate in cross functional IT teams.
• Evaluate new requests, oer suggestions to improve, provide comments and estimates level of eort for moderately complex IT solutions.
• Provide support for the software infrastructure associated with the system environments.
• Maintain cyber posture and compliance required to maintain federal authority to operate.
• Perform installations and upgrades to software and databases for maintaining vendor support and strategic agility.
• Plan for future requirements of database systems, to include disaster recovery needs and storage requirements.
• Protect operations by keeping information confidential.

• Bachelor's degree in an IT related discipline (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Technology. Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 5 years proven performance in related assignments.
• Non-related Bachelor degree with 7 years proven performance in related assignment(s).
• Associate Degree in IT related discipline (e.g. Information Technology, Computer Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering) with 7 years proven performance in related assignment(s)
• Non-related Associate Degree with 9 years proven performance in related assignment(s).
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma with typically at least 11 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable.

• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening.
• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Security Clearance.

• Knowledge of the academic as well as the practical aspects of Software Engineering is required. Ongoing technical development in Software Engineering is required.

• Demonstrates an applied understanding of computer languages, software development

  fundamentals/methodology and database infrastructure.

• Demonstrates programming skills that include analyzing information, software design, requirements, testing, documentation, problem solving, debugging and software development fundamentals/methodology.

• Demonstrate proficiency and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software.

• Demonstrates ability to utilize software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.

• Ability to work with minimal direction and supervision to complete projects in a timely manner, make time for unplanned assignments and adapt to changing priorities.

• Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques; has working knowledge of standard software engineering practices and applications.

• Candidate must demonstrate 15 or more years' experience in software engineering related positions, including a minimum of 10 years' experience on DOE projects.

• Candidate must demonstrate experience participating in systems engineering teams, with responsibilities including software engineering and program development to support systems engineering initiatives.

• Candidate must be able to work independently and within a multi-discipline team.

• Fluent with JavaScript, VB, C+, and / or Python

• Occasional travel is required.

• Possession of an active DOE/DoD clearance within the past two (2) years is preferred.
• Previous DOE/NNSA work experience.

• Experience developing Rational DOORS Requirements Management Extensions.

• Prior SRS experience and working knowledge of SRNS processes and procedures is preferred.

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career in a mission-first, people-focused environment.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.