SteelGate is looking for a talented Software Engineer to join our team. The Software Engineer will support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) Fusion Center Initiative Project in the Indo-Pacific region, with a focus on maritime domain awareness (MDA) support to maritime operations. The position requires a strong understanding of commercially available MDA software, as well as the ability to integrate pertinent information into a Common Operating Picture (COP) and support products. The position requires experience working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with senior-level stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and international partners.

The Software Engineer will be responsible for supporting the Project's objectives, which include automating legacy database systems, planning integration of new and legacy systems, testing and evaluating new capabilities, and documenting new procedures.

Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

Support the development, planning, staffing, coordination, integration, and assessment of fusion center systems capabilities.
Collaborate with various teams, including project management, technical teams, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination.
Provide program management support, including contributing to monthly status reports, convening technical status meetings, and preparing after-action reports
Support the testing and evaluation of new capabilities, development of innovative solutions, and technical integration of new and legacy systems.
Support development of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Automate legacy database systems
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
3 years supporting DoD in the Indo-Pacific theater
10 years of progressively complex experience in software design, development, testing and integration, including:
Python software development

SQL database experience

Teaching software development or systems engineering

Experience briefing senior leaders and international partners
Experience developing and instructing training material
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Clearance Required: TS with SCI eligibility
Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in computer science or related field
Afloat experience supporting a Common Operating Picture (COP)
Experience with budgeting, cost estimation, and financial management
Experience with testing and integration in Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments, and contributing to the management of a COP
Experience supporting maritime operations, maritime Pattern of Life (PoL), and construction of support products.
Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Experience supporting the development of fusion center systems capabilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks, and develop effective solutions
Familiarity with ITAR and export control regulations
Familiarity with GIS software
Background knowledge of commercially available MDA tools, such as Starboard Maritime Intelligence, and satellite imaging companies/tools, including Maxar, Umbra Space, Hawkeye 360, and Dark Vessel Detection

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
3 years supporting DoD in the Indo-Pacific theater
10 years of progressively complex experience in software design, development, testing and integration
Experience developing and instructing training material
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Clearance Required: TS with SCI eligibility