At Criterion Systems, we developed a different kind of business a company whose real value is a reputation for excellence built upon the collective skills, talents, perspectives, and backgrounds of its people. By accepting a position with Criterion Systems, you will join a group of professionals with a collaborative mindset where we share ideas and foster professional development to accomplish our goals. In addition to our great culture, we also offer competitive compensation and benefit packages, company-sponsored team building events, and advancement opportunities. To find out more about how Criterion can help you take your career to the next level please visit our website: . Criterion Systems is a Military/Veteran Friendly Company therefore we encourage Veterans to apply.

We're always looking for great Software Developers to support our government customers' success by working on a team to design and develop AWS-based mission applications. These opportunities are in multiple locations: Herndon, VA / Chantilly, VA / Reston, VA / McLean, VA.

If all the software developer positions within the cleared space are starting to look the same, go ahead and upload your resume. If you are a fit for a current opening, we will reach out ASAP! If you are a fit for a future role, rest assured we will reach out once that role becomes available.

You ll be able to apply your expertise to develop software applications that play a critical role in advancing intelligence operations at Criterion Systems. If you're ready to advance your software development skills in an exciting and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today!

Typical duties, tasks & responsibilities

• Developing full-stack capabilities and updates for Linux-based applications in AWS cloud environments using Ruby and other languages.
• Working within DevOps frameworks and guidance.
• Ensuring recovery, supporting testing, and conducting O&M activities.
• Implementing comprehensive DevOps strategies and application requirements.
• Ensuring that performance, security, and other requirements are met.
• Supporting internal meetings (e.g. staff meetings, schedule reviews, status meetings), external stakeholder meetings, and working groups.

Typical required experience, education, skills & technologies

• Bachelor s degree in computer science or related field
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, Groovy)
• Demonstrated experience with full lifecycle application development.
• Demonstrated experience with full stack application development in an AWS environment.
• Demonstrated experience developing Linux-based applications.
• Demonstrated experience with developing in Ruby/Ruby on Rails.
• Demonstrated experience with library development (i.e. gems and modules)
• Demonstrated experience using distributed source control systems (i.e. Git and GitHub)
• Demonstrated ability to manage applications and configurations.
• Experience conducting unit testing and troubleshooting
• Experience using multiple languages and frameworks (e.g. Python, Java, JavaScript, Vue, or others).
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as independently

Required security clearance level

• TS/SCI with an appropriate polygraph

Work schedule

• Full-time onsite at a designated facility.

Employee benefits offered!

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Tuition/Training Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Criterion Systems, LLC. and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination at all levels of our organization. We believe in treating all applicants and employees fairly and make employment decisions without regard to any individual s protected status: race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex/gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, physical and mental disability, marital/parental status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), age, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit