Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR.

Around here, we define the future. We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer / Web Developer to support the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center near Sioux Falls, SD. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, KBR is the primary contractor providing technical and engineering support to USGS EROS.

We are looking for individuals with a strong foundation in software engineering who are eager to contribute to a multidisciplinary team. In this entry to mid-level role, you will design, develop, and maintain advanced front-end and back-end systems, user interfaces, and applications used to manage, visualize, and distribute satellite and airborne imagery. While your primary responsibilities will involve PHP and Python application development, you will also work with a broad range of technologies, tools, and secure software development practices (S-SDLC).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to grow your technical skills through progressively challenging assignments. Your work will support scientific and environmental research with global impact.

Primary Responsibilities

Design and build applications and services using modern software engineering practices and tools.

Learn and apply technologies such as Python, Perl, GDAL, Web Mapping Services, and CI/CD tools.

Implement innovative solutions using advanced technologies.

Submit, analyze, and execute configuration change requests in accordance with Configuration Management (CM) processes.

Apply secure software design and maintenance practices throughout the development lifecycle.

Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and component architectures.

Participate in peer reviews and support the development of test plans, test procedures, and technical reports.

Support system anomaly analysis, investigation, and troubleshooting.

Provide regular technical status updates.

Assist with special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience working in Unix/Linux environments.

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Experience or training with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or Oracle.

Experience or training with Python, Perl, PHP, and Bash scripting.

Experience with MVC frameworks such as Zend Framework, Laminas, or Symfony.

Interest in GIS technologies such as Google Maps API, Leaflet, KML, and ESRI Shapefiles.

Experience with IDEs such as NetBeans, Eclipse, or Visual Studio.

Familiarity with development tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git.

Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes/DevOps

Understanding of AWS cloud architectures and database services (RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL).

Familiar with Content Management systems (Drupal preferred)

Ability to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check and background investigation.

Special Requirements

Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential

0-4+ years of software engineering experience with a BA/BS in a computer science field.

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hiring to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account

Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.

KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.