Software Engineer Senior

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Software Engineer III located at Lackland AFB-San Antonio, TX.

​​Why Work with us?   

​Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.


• Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clear code.


• Preparing and installing solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.


• Improving operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in policies and procedures.


• Obtaining and licensing software by obtaining required information from vendors, recommending purchases, testing, and approving products.


• Providing information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing development and service issues.


• Accomplishing engineering and organization mission by completing related results as needed.


• Developing software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes, investigating problem areas, and following the software development life cycle.


• Plan and or implement agile acquisition/SW development techniques.


• Plan and or implement DevOps processes and techniques for Cloud and non-cloud applications.


• Other duties as assigned;

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen


• Active Secret clearance required;


• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience


• 10+ years of experience creating, debugging, patching, and maintaining software and/or applications


• Knowledgeable in multiple programming languages to include Python, Java, JavaScript, and C languages 


• Ability to Integrate with other organizations/teams


• Ability to develop a highly effective working relationship with the customer

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI preferred


• Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience


• 12+ years of experience with Linux/Unix and Windows operating systems development


• 5+ years in multiple programming languages to include Python, Java, JavaScript, and C languages is preferred


• Experience working and incorporating Agile Scrum development methodology

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

ARS is requiring that all employees present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment. ARS is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants who are unable to be vaccinated for religious or medical reasons should contact Human Resources as soon as possible to engage in the interactive process and explore what, if any, reasonable accommodations ARS is able to offer.