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Job Requirements Software Engineer - DHS (Report Automation Database Administration) Fearless is looking for a Software Engineer to add to our diverse team of 250+ employees (and counting!). We're looking to change the world by building software with a soul, and we want your help. The Software Engineer leads the development, maintenance, and enhancement of complex software systems that solve customer and user problems. This role brings detailed understanding of the nuances of software development, and depth in a variety of languages, paradigms, technologies, and frameworks to effectively contribute in a wide array of different projects. Software Engineer IIIs are experts in digesting complex tasks and business requirements and aligning a group around an implementation. They are responsible for the smooth delivery of maintainable systems by establishing effective team processes. We need your coding and leadership skills! What other skills will help you succeed at Fearless? Glad you asked! We're excited about candidates that: Organizational and Leadership Role * Synthesizes business requirements and objectives and drives the development of solutions.

* Collaborates with talented designers, product managers, and fellow engineers to plan and build new features.

* Coaches and mentors others to develop their professional skills.

* Drives all phases of the development lifecycle from task creation to production deployment of new code.Functional Role * Designs and implements effective, secure software solutions that meet the business and technology requirements of the project.

* Articulates business needs and translates them into technology solutions.

* Creates technical processes that create testable and maintainable software with minimal technical debt.

* Troubleshoots technical issues in application and infrastructure code.

* Develops and implements plans for the continuous improvement and evolution of the software system.

* Identifies opportunities and articulates suggestions to improve the technology strategies beyond the scope of a team or project.

* Reviews other developers' code and provides specific, constructive feedback.

* Demonstrates deep knowledge of products/workflows within the businesses they support. Work Experience Must-Have Skills * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required. Master's degree preferred.

* 15 years or more of federal onsite experience supporting and understanding agency policies and workflows.

* Demonstrated expertise with database management systems, including SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.

* Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining relational databases, data warehouses, and ETL processes.

* Proficiency in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, and Data Integration, including familiarity with tools like ERwin or similar data modeling software.

* Experience with Data Governance frameworks and practices to ensure data quality and compliance.

* Expert in web-development including front-end (browser) and back-end (server) including UI components, client-server integrations, APIs, and data persistence.

* Ability to discuss abstract software development concepts like single-responsibility, cohesion, data immutability, and other paradigm appropriate design patterns.

* Demonstrated interest in and ability to learn new systems and technology quickly.

* Expert in at least one programming language like Node.js, Python, Go, Java 8+, Ruby, etc.

* Proficient with the industry-leading framework(s) for the programming language expertise (Express.js, Gatsby.js, Django, Flask, Rails, Spring.io, etc).

* Proficient with important libraries and technologies in the ecosystem of programming language expertise.

* Proficient with HTML, JavaScript and ability to quickly translate designs into CSS implementations.

* Proficient with at least one front-end technology like React, Angular, Vue, Ember, Backbone, Svelte.

* Proficient with building applications in containerized development environments.

* Expert with advanced git commands like rebasing, squashing, and cherry-picking.

* Ability to assist other engineers with source code management in git.

* Ability to discuss technical tasks and team process topics with team members.

* Basic understanding of container orchestration technologies like Amazon ECS and Kubernetes.

* Basic understanding of "serverless" concepts and frameworks like Serverless.com and AWS Lambda.

* Basic understanding of cloud platforms like AWS.

* Basic understanding of software infrastructure including network, compute, and data storage resources.

* Basic understanding of securing systems on the application, network, and infrastructure layers.

* Ability to operate and manage work, strategically reason, and build relationships and influence others.

Highly Desired Skills and Experience * Experience developing stored procedures, functions, and triggers to support application development.

* Familiarity with cloud-based database platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

* Strong knowledge of federal security standards (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP) as applicable to database design and implementation.

* Holds a current AWS Certified Developer Associate, Solutions Architecture Associate, or Solutions Architect Professional or similar certification in another cloud platform.

* Holds a current Certified Scrum Master certification.

* Holds a current CompTIA Security+ certification. General work experience may be substituted for education. The requirement for education levels can be substituted at the rate of 2 years of experience for every year of education. An associate's degree is 2 years of education, a Bachelor's degree is 4 years of education, and a Master degree is 6 years of education. The years of specific experience used for satisfying an education requirement cannot also be used as filling the work experience requirement. Benefits Life at Fearless We're a digital integration consultancy on a mission to build a better tomorrow. At Fearless, we combine technology, people, and organizational development to solve meaningful problems. Through iterative development, we deliver smart, user-friendly solutions that make tech work better-for everyone. But great tech is just part of the story. What really makes us Fearless is our Purple Culture. What Makes Us Purple? Being Purple means you: * Are valued as a whole person-not just a job title

* Get matched with work that plays to your strengths and passions

* Are supported by coaches, not micromanagers

* Have the autonomy and clarity to make decisions and drive impact

* Join a community that celebrates equity, curiosity, and innovation

* Do work that matters-every day We believe in flexibility, growth, and balance. Our benefits and culture are designed to support you in doing your best work-while making space for what matters to you outside of it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Fearless, we're building a workplace that welcomes and respects everyone-across race, gender, age, religion, identity, background, and ability. Benefits at Fearless At Fearless, we take care of our team-because when you're supported, you can do your best work. We offer a flexible, family-friendly environment with benefits designed to support your health, growth, and life outside of work. For Full-Time Team Members (Starting Day One): * Flexible, life-friendly schedules

* 100% coverage for our medical HSA plan + HSA contributions

* Dental & vision covered 100% for you and your dependents

* Competitive premiums for HMO/PPO and dependent coverage

* 401(k) with 4% match & immediate vesting

* Paid Parental Leave and 12 weeks paid FMLA

* Generous PTO, 11 Federal Holidays, a Birthday Holiday, and Sick Leave

* Up to 15 days for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave

* Education, wellness, and tech allowances

* Referral bonus: $6K-$12K for each successful referral

* Pet insurance & discount plans

* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

* Legal support, life insurance, disability coverage Part-Time & Interns: * 8.75 days of safe & sick leave annually

* Eligible for our 401(k) plan with employer contributions Reasonable Accommodations Fearless is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department at . Compensation Fearless is committed to providing a competitive compensation package that will meet your current and future needs. Our philosophy is aimed at rewarding team member contributions, supporting long-term financial growth and security, and overall well-being. We believe in paying people fairly, so we've established a compensation model aimed to ensure everyone at Fearless - regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, nationality, or willingness/ability to negotiate - is consistently paid fairly based on alignment to the needs and requirements of the role. The salary range for this position is: * Minimum Salary: $102,540

* Salary Midpoint: $133,302

* Maximum Salary: $164,064

* Hiring Range: $102,540 - $150,000 So, What's Next? We've refined our hiring approach to make sure every team member is a great fit for Fearless-and that we're a great fit for you, too. If there's alignment, we'll reach out to kick off the interview process. Depending on the role or project, your experience may vary slightly, but it typically includes: The Introductory Interview. You'll connect with a recruiter to: * Build rapport and get to know each other

* Review your experience and skills

* Talk through salary expectations and role details

* Set expectations for the rest of the process The Skills + Business Fit Interview. This is where we dig deeper to: * Review findings from any technical assessments

* Walk through situational and values-based questions

* Explore how you