Software Engineer

\*\*\* PLEASE NOTE: If you have already applied to a previous posting for this position in 2026, you do not need to reapply to this one. \*\*\*

Job description

Dynamic Animation Systems, Inc. (DAS) is seeking Software Engineers (mid-level and senior) to become an integral part of our team conducting innovative software research and development on projects supporting US Army R&D objectives. Projects involve the investigation and application of leading-edge technologies and methods to create/enhance modeling and simulation software capabilities to fill training systems capability gaps. Efforts include all phases of the R&D software development life-cycle conducted using an Agile process. Technologies include the application of local LLMs in a tech stack that includes multiple programming languages (Java, C++, Kotlin, Python, JavaScript/frameworks), domain specific languages, and web-based technologies.

We are looking for candidates with a history of self-learning enthusiasm for new technologies, programming languages, and the application of ML/LLM technologies to novel problems.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze technology/capability gaps, research and develop innovative software solutions.
• Work with project leads (or act as project lead, depending on level) to define sprints and associated deliverables.
• Collaborate with other developers to design, develop, and optimize code.
• Conduct integration, test, bug fixes, and other software maintenance activities.
• Create technical documentation in support of findings and developed software.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

\*\*\*Must be a US Citizen with eligibility to obtain a US DoD security clearance\*\*\*

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or related STEM field w/demonstrated academic or job-related background in software development.
• 4-7 yrs (Mid), 8+yrs(Sr) of job-related, applied Object-oriented software development experience using Agile methodologies and multiple programming languages (Java, C++, Kotlin, Python, etc.).
• Experience setting up and establishing development projects with software build tools in a collaborative environment.
• Experience with applying machine learning techniques and/or interacting with LLMs via API both in publicly-hosted and locally-hosted environments.
• Experience with Gitlab, Github, YouTrack, or other similar project tools.
• Experience with Git, Subversion, or other version control tools.
• Experience with networking concepts and protocols; both Windows and Linux operating systems.

Desired Qualifications/Experience:

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Modeling and Simulation domain.
• Developing and designing Domain Specific Languages (DSLs), or expertise in Programming Language Theory (PLT).
• JavaScript frameworks such as Vue, Angular, or React.

Candidates should be self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Enthusiasm for software innovation and personal project experimentation is a plus.

Preference for candidates with active DoD Security Clearance.

Additional Salary Info:

• Salary range spans multiple levels.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with candidate's relevant level and breadth of experience for role they would fill.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid jury duty
• Paid sick time
• Pet insurance
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Tell us about your favorite project/side-project that has driven you to explore/learn/apply new technologies or techniques in software development.
• What is your preferred, highest-proficiency programming language and why?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Object Oriented professional software development: 4 years (Required)
• interacting with LLMs via API: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• US Citizenship (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Orlando, FL 32817 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Orlando, FL 32817: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Orlando, FL 32817