Software Engineer API Developer at SAIC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

API Development, API Security, API Performance Optimization, RESTful APIs, SOAP APIs, Third-Party Service Integration, API Documentation, API Gateway Technologies, Data Exchange Protocols, System Enhancement, Object-Based Intelligence, Software Engineering, IT Services, Technical Support, Automation, Stakeholder Coordination

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

SAIC is seeking Software Engineer API Developers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region. Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026. The Software Engineer API Developer responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manages the ongoing enhancement and optimization of MARS data-services and the MARS API framework and architecture The Senior API Developer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-quality, scalable, and secure APIs that meet the evolving requirements of MARS data owners and enhance the overall system's functionality Provide system enhancement support for MARS FMI data and intelligence targeting, focusing on Object-Based Intelligence (OBI) Develops and documents innovative, repeatable, and automated services aligned with the MARS Development Release Plan Tasked with ensuring that each enhancement progresses towards the identified user requirements with a proactive approach in coordinating with multiple stakeholders, delivering robust API solutions, and contributing to the strategic vision of the MARS program Active TS/SCI with Polygraph One of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional – Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 5 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree) Experience in developing and managing APIs, ensuring API security, and optimizing API performance Proficiency in using RESTful and SOAP APIs, integrating third-party services, and developing API documentation Strong understanding of API gateway technologies and data exchange protocols

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer API Developer will manage the enhancement and optimization of MARS data-services and the MARS API framework. They will design, implement, and maintain high-quality, scalable, and secure APIs to meet the evolving requirements of MARS data owners.