Mid-level Software Engineer

Applied Research Associates (ARA), Inc is a recognized leader in the development of cutting-edge engineering and software solutions to critical problems in the areas of security engineering, security risk analysis, and disaster management. We are seeking a motivated entry- to mid-level software engineer to support our fast growth in the areas of engineering research and software development. You will participate in a small, agile team tasked with all aspects of development and deployment. Tasking will include architecture of system components, database design, user interface development, testing, and support. The successful applicant must have strong analytical skills in analysis and design of software components in a .NET environment, building web-applications, and strong database skills with experience with either Oracle or SQLServer. ArcGIS object model, ArcIMS and ArcSDE experience is a plus. Developers with an interest in advanced professional growth in software development are particularly encouraged to apply. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   · BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline · 3.0 GPA minimum · 3-5 years programming experience · Strong oral and written communication skills · Secret collateral with a SSBI investigation, as well as eligibility for a Top Secret clearance · U.S. Citizenship and background investigations are required. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.   DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   · Experience developing web applications with client/server architecture · Experience in a J2EE or .NET 2.0 environment · Ability to code in C++, C#, Java, PHP · Experience in ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE or C/JMTK   COMPANY INFORMATION:   Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over eleven hundred professionals and is rapidly growing. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics. At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are recognized and rewarded for their contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com Please include the position number (CAD-08-17) in your response and clearly state your salary requirements and citizenship. Submit resume to cadjobs@ara.com , or mail to: Applied Research Associates, Inc., Recruiting CAD-08-17, 2760 Eisenhower Avenue, Suite 308, Alexandria, VA 22314. No phone calls please. The successful applicant must have strong analytical skills in analysis and design of software components in a .NET environment, building web-applications, and strong database skills with experience with either Oracle or SQLServer. ArcGIS object model, ArcIMS and ArcSDE experience is a plus. Developers with an interest in advanced professional growth in software development are particularly encouraged to apply. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  · Experience developing web applications with client/server architecture · Experience in a J2EE or .NET 2.0 environment · Ability to code in C++, C#, Java, PHP · Experience in ArcGIS, ArcIMS, ArcSDE or C/JMTK