Software Engineer IV - Research & Prototyping

Software Engineer IV – Research & Prototyping

Who is Beast Code?

Beast Code was founded in 2014 by a small group of friends with a revolutionary vision to transcend the traditional defense solution paradigm and build better technology that supports the mission. Headquartered in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, today we have evolved into a matrix organization of over 200 Beasts scattered across the United States.

We are dedicated to delivering modern and intuitive software solutions that directly enhances the warfighter every day. What sets Beast Code apart is how we partner with our customers. We don’t just build for them, we build with them, ensuring every solution meets real world needs. Guided by core values of trust, purpose, and relentless innovation, we’re proudly redefining what it means to serve those who serve.

Software Engineer IV Job Description

Beast Code fosters a collaborative work environment. No, we don’t need you to be a member of the Borg collective (Google Star Trek). In fact, we encourage thinking outside the box. But we do prefer our SEs to play well with others and thrive as part of a team of developers, designers, product owners, and other stakeholders.

Our projects run the gamut from game-based learning programs for defense contracts to 3D model solutions for commercial clients. That means there’s always engaging work to do as the brilliant minds behind creating and optimizing great code.

This role designs, develops, and tests software applications throughout the entire lifecycle using standard frameworks and source control tools. Responsible for breaking down requirements from interactive mockups, wireframes, technical specifications, bug reports, or requests from other teams.

SEs are responsible for the scalability and maintainability of the codebase, and for identifying and adopting new technology and frameworks. Indirectly, SEs assist the rest of the team by ensuring that QA has the tools necessary to test the application to ensuring design is creating mockups and wireframes that are technically sound, and the product owner has a reasonable understanding of the technical state of the product.

SEs are familiar with technologies such as HTML 5, CSS 3, JavaScript/Typescript, Vue, Vite/Webpack, Python, C# .NET, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, or SQL.

This job might be for you if you are familiar with and enjoy

• Code management tools (e.g. GitHub, GitLab, SVN, Mercurial, etc.) and strategies (e.g. Branching Patterns, CI/CD)
• Breaking down requirements from interactive mockups, wireframes, technical specifications, bug reports, or requests from different dev teams
• Using standard frameworks and source control tools
• Researching novel and existing solutions using a variety of resources
• Keeping current with software development industry standards/trends to keep the company on the cutting edge
• Mentoring other Software Engineers
• Collaboration inside and outside of the organization

You should bring these skills to the table

• Designing and documenting high level solutions for the deployment of custom-built cloud/edge applications
• Experience with platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Azure or Google Cloud Platforms
• Experienced with full-stack development using .NET RESTful backend services, PostgreSQL databases, and Vue 3 with TypeScript
• Can comfortably work with .NET/C# to setup and maintain a back-end server with authentication, authorization, and database connections
• Understand, and are comfortable with, the basics of SQL databases
• Can comfortably work with deployment programming languages (e.g. Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, Helm)

You score Bonus Points for the following skills and experience

• Are comfortable documenting code and developing unit/regression tests
• Enjoy executing code reviews
• Can optimize code and improve performance of applications

Software Engineer I: $61,600.00 - $99,800.00

Software Engineer II: $75,500.00 - $122,300.00

Software Engineer III: $92,800.00 - $153,500.00

Software Engineer IV: $112,800.00 - $177,300.00

Software Engineer V: $128,600.00 - $200,000.00

Software Engineer I

Works on projects and matters of limited complexity in a support role where work is actively managed. Typically requires 0-2 years of industry experience.

Software Engineer II

Exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function and occasionally require direction in aspects of their work. Typically requires 2 years minimum of industry experience.

Software Engineer III

May direct one or more junior level software engineers. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project, and work is both independent and collaborative in nature. Typically requires 4 years minimum of industry experience.

Software Engineer IV

A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. Typically requires 7 years minimum of industry experience.

Software Engineer V

May provide consultation on complex projects. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in solution or project goal terms. May project leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization.

Typically requires 10 years of industry experience.

• Currently hold or have eligibility to obtain and maintain the proper US DoW issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Successfully complete background check and maintain a valid USA driver’s license
• Beast Code is a drug free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing per all applicable laws

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (60% of premium paid by company)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Unlimited Time Off
• Observes all federal holidays including a week off for Christmas
• Maternity Leave (6 weeks)
• Paternity Leave (3 Weeks)
• Professional Development ($1200 annual allowance) Beast Code is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Beast Code does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.