Software Engineer

Red Peak Technical Services, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opportunity for a Software Engineer in San Diego, CA. The Software Engineer II will support the Reverse Engineering, Science, and Technology for Obsolescence, Restoration, and Evaluation (RESTORE) Laboratory for Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific (NIWCPAC) in the development of advanced software solutions supporting C5ISR systems, Digital Engineering, Mixed Reality, Machine Learning, Reality Capture, Advanced Manufacturing, and laboratory modernization initiatives. You will write structured test cases, execute exploratory and regression testing, verify RESTful API behaviors, and isolate edge-case issues across multi-service environments.

• Develop, execute, and maintain software test plans, test cases, and automated testing solutions for applications supporting Digital Engineering, Mixed Reality, Machine Learning, Advanced Manufacturing, and laboratory modernization efforts.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, API, and end-to-end testing to ensure software quality, reliability, and performance.
• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using Python, JavaScript, or related programming languages and testing frameworks.
• Support software integration and validation activities involving engineering systems, data processing pipelines, and laboratory equipment.
• Test and troubleshoot web applications, APIs, databases, and software services across Windows and Linux environments.
• Assist in establishing and improving software testing standards, processes, documentation, and best practices to promote consistency and quality across development projects.
• Identify, document, track, and troubleshoot software defects, working closely with developers to investigate and resolve issues.
• Participate in Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, peer reviews, testing, and release management.
• Support software integration and validation activities involving engineering systems, data processing pipelines, and laboratory equipment.

Payrate: $110,000 to $125,000 Annually

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in software testing, quality assurance, software development, or related technical roles.
• Programming experience in at least one language, such as Python, JavaScript, C#, C++, Java, or a comparable programming language.
• Experience testing software applications, including web applications, APIs, or backend services.
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies, test case development, defect tracking, and debugging techniques.
• Experience with or exposure to automated software testing tools and frameworks.
• Working knowledge of Linux operating systems, including command-line navigation, file management, log inspection, and basic troubleshooting.
• Experience with source control and collaborative development tools such as Git.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
• Basic understanding of databases, software integration, and application architecture.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while supporting geographically distributed teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance.
• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or federal government programs.
• Experience developing or maintaining automated tests using frameworks such as Playwright, Vitest, pytest, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or comparable solutions.
• Experience supporting or troubleshooting applications in Linux server environments, including shell scripting, service management, or deployment activities.
• Experience with cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and automated testing workflows.
• Familiarity with software quality assurance processes, testing standards, and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with basic cybersecurity principles, secure software development practices, and common application security vulnerabilities.
• Interest in expanding software development responsibilities, including contributing to application enhancements, bug fixes, and new features.