Principal Software Engineer - C++

Northstrat is seeking a senior developer with experience architecting and implementing technical solutions using modern software development practices and technologies. This is a new project with greenfield development! Your responsibilities will include architecting and implementing microservice solutions for complex problems and mentoring junior developers. You will write code using Test Driven Development that complies with our projects high code quality standards.  The ideal candidate leads by example and encourages a collaborative team-solutioning environment. This role demands a self-starter who can take vaguely defined tasks and works with the team to deliver high-quality solutions.  Java, Spring Framework, Spring Boot  Web frameworks – Angular, React, VUE  Databases - PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis  Amazon Web Services (AWS) - EC2, Lambda, SNS, SQS, CloudFormation  Message Bus – RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Kafka  Automated testing tools - Mockito, JUnit, Cypress, Jest, etc.  Source code management tools - Git, GitLab, Bamboo  Containerization  and Deployment – Docker, Helm, Kubernetes  CI/CD DevSecOps pipeline tools - Jenkins, Git, Gitlab, Bamboo, BitBucket, SonarQube, Fortify  Issue and Ticket Tracking - Jira and Confluence    TypeScript  CSS  Groovy  Puppet  Requirements Must have an active TS/SCI with CI poly to qualify for this position Bachelor’s Degree in STEM field or related experience   Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience.  Must be available to work in-person in Sterling, VA or Aurora, CO   Strong Java skills, including JEE and REST web services.  Experience with Oracle, MySQL, or Postgres.  Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java.  Proficiency with Linux development including command line  Experience with Java microservice application and interface design and development.  Understanding of Agile practices  Current Security+ (or similar) certification or willingness to obtain   Preferred Qualifications  Experience developing microservices using Spring Boot and the Spring Framework  Experience working with scalable and distributed message bus such as Apache Kafka  Experience applying DevOps best practices and leveraging tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Docker  Experience developing secure RESTful web services integrating Identity Management tools such as Keycloak and LDAP  Ability to work with container orchestration systems such as Kubernetes, Docker, and Helm  Knowledge of in-memory storage solutions (Redis) as well as AWS S3-compliant object stores  Experience applying DevOps best practices in day-to-day software development  Experience with Continuous Integration and Automated Testing using tools like Jenkins/Hudson, Cypress, JUnit, etc.  Knowledge of Java Instrumentation and Performance Monitoring.  Understanding of server virtualization using VMWare.  Web development skills in HTML5, JavaScript, Flash, JSP, GWT, or other frameworks.    Benefits Work/Life Balance Northstrat values true work life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning. Pay Range There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.   Flex Time Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month. For example: John worked 12 hours on June 1st to meet a project deadline. On June 15th, John only worked 4 hours because he left early for a long weekend. John’s IBA was not debited for time off because flex time allowed him to carry over those 4 hours from June 1st. Individual Benefits Account (IBA) To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee. The purpose of the IBA is to provide attractive benefits to all full-time employees of Northstrat on a flexible basis that enables each covered employee to select a package that best suits his or her needs. Whether those needs are paid time off, medical expenses, prescription drug expenses, cash disbursement, or a combination of any of these, the IBA provides flexibility to help you meet your specific goals. The IBA can be used for such things as: IBA Benefits accrue each month in the amount equivalent to 50% of the employee’s monthly compensation rate. That is, the effective dollar amount of this accrual is in addition to an employee’s salary. Profit Sharing Plan (PSP) The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation. That is, of the 50% accrual in the IBA, half of the amount accrued is applied to the PSP. Stock Options Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals. Stock owners elect the Board of Directors and are directly impacted by the success of the company. Lifelong Learning Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. We hire and scale rapidly to meet the needs of our partner customers. Through periodic company sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities. Bring Your True Self We embrace diversity and encourage inclusion. We support employee led interest groups and challenge our employees to support others and be their best self. We are so true to our beliefs that we offer employee referral incentives. When you like it here, your friends and family will too! Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other legally protected status.

Desktop Support Technician level I/II (temporary) needed for approximately 4 – 8 weeks. The work is to begin on or around September 29, 2025, and would include visiting various sites for our client, in and around the greater Sacramento, CA area. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate. We are seeking a Desktop Support Technician on a temporary basis (for approximately 4 – 8 weeks) to complete Windows 11 upgrades and perform reimaging on laptops and desktops. This would include setting up users and some end user training as needed as well as possibly replacing hard drives. The hours would primarily be Monday – Friday 8:00 to 5:00 but might require afterhours work but would be rare if any. The candidates selected must have pervious Desktop Support experience in a business environment including: upgrading desktops and laptops to Windows 11, reimaging and end user training. This is an onsite position, and the person selected MUST have reliable personal transportation, be punctual and dependable with excellent professional customer service skills. They must also have a clean state and federal background check. This temporary position (for approximately 4 - 8 weeks) would begin on or about September 29, 2025. The hourly pay rate is $25 – $27 per hour. Candidates who meet the above criteria should attach a resume along with their current availability and desired hourly pay rate.

Experience: 5 Years The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Information Technology (OIT), is seeking a qualified candidate for the temporary contractor staffing position of Angular Developer in Atlanta, Georgia. Angular Developer is responsible for building and maintaining dynamic web applications using the Angular framework and making sure the applications are ADA compliant. Responsibilities include the integration and design of new application systems and/or life-cycle enhancement to existing complex multi-platform (Java/.Net) Department of Human Services Systems. Responsible for determining the scope of the assigned project(s) by assessing requirements from business and technical/network personnel. Should develop complex features and UI components using Angular. Work with REST APIs, error handling and authentication. Work will include integration planning, analysis across multiple technical platforms across DHS to include both global system design and detailed program design for complex processes or interfaces, review of database design of new data structures, and suggested modifications to existing data structures. Effectively documents and teaches the structure and function of the new application and/or enhancements resulting from the assigned project(s) to other Web Application Managers and senior technical personnel to ensure that the new systems or enhancements operate smooth within DHS’s OIT environment. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent. 3 years of experience web development experience which includes the programming/ development of ADA compliance web applications. 3 years of Team lead experience is desirable to apply for the job. 3 years of experience with Java/J2EE, ASP .Net core. 3 years of experience of web development experience which includes the programming/ development of web applications. Experience with JSP (Java Server Pages), HTML, .Net, IIS Java Script, Java Servlets, XML, SQL, Oracle, Java/.Net Project Build & Deployment.  Experience leading large and small application development teams. Experience integrating applications and designing and developing web services and frameworks; extensive front and back-end experience required.

Small business owner seeks college student to work as an intern to repair autoclaves. Will train a detail-oriented intern who's in school but wants more hands-on experience repairing and servicing electronic equipment. Must know some form of ELECTRONICS, not electrician, or carpentry, or plumbing or mechanic. Hours will vary as help is needed.

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link serves customers in over 170 countries and continues to grow its global footprint.  We believe technology changes the world for the better! At TP-Link Systems Inc, we are committed to crafting dependable, high-performance products to connect users worldwide with the wonders of technology.   Embracing professionalism, innovation, excellence, and simplicity, we aim to assist our clients in achieving remarkable global performance and enable consumers to enjoy a seamless, effortless lifestyle.   Overview:  As a staff embedded software engineer at TP-Link. You will be responsible for enhancing the residential device platform, which will be deployed to more than 100 million devices, creating an extensive network/IoT ecosystem for end users and ISP operators. Leveraging your expertise in embedded systems, you’ll play a key role in building an exceptional ecosystem.  In this role, you’ll design, implement, and optimize embedded software features, while developing white box testing code on platforms like Linux, PRPL, RDK, and OpenWrt. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, product managers, and cloud services teams, to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the residential ecosystem. Additionally, you’ll develop and execute testing strategies to validate the robustness of your code, ensuring high quality and reliability in production environments.  Key Responsibilities:  Lead the design and architecture of complex internet gateway software.  Design, develop, execute and maintain automated software test suites for the purpose of verifying quality.  Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in C or C++ for embedded systems, following best practices in software development.  Deliver high-quality code, comprehensive test cases, and clear design documentation.  Implement and enhance coding standards within the team, ensuring adherence to best practices in code quality, modularity, and reusability.  Implement continuous improvements and best practices, focusing on resource consumption optimization and network forwarding performance.  Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and mentoring junior engineers on software development best practices.  Work closely with product teams and engineers to deliver features end-to-end.  Analyze competitors and build strategies to address market challenges.  Handle customer feedback and resolve issues effectively.  Stay up to date with the latest industry standards and technologies.  Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.  10+ years of experience with embedded software.  Strong understanding of computer architecture, network protocols, and related algorithms.  Proven experience in platform design and solving kernel-level crash problems.  Proven track record in identifying system bottlenecks and optimizing performance (CPU, memory, and network efficiency).  Experience in developing and executing white box tests for embedded systems.  Proficiency in C or C++ programming.  Deep knowledge of embedded systems.  Passion for learning and exploring new technologies and methodologies.    Preferred Qualifications:  Experience with the development prpl, rdk platform, with a strong understanding of their architectures and ecosystems.  Proficiency in debugging tools and methodologies for embedded systems, especially in performance optimization and crash diagnostics.  Experience working with large-scale deployments of embedded systems, particularly in networking or telecommunications environments.  Knowledge of wireless communication standards (Wi-Fi, Zigbee, etc.) and IoT protocols (MQTT).  Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.  Benefits Salary range: $140,000 - $200,000 Free snacks and drinks, and provided lunch on Fridays Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (partial coverage for dependents) Contributions to 401k funds Bi-annual reviews, and annual pay increases Health and wellness benefits, including free gym membership Quarterly team-building events At TP-Link Systems Inc., we are continually searching for ambitious individuals who are passionate about their work. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, collaboration, and drives our entrepreneurial spirit. As a global company, we highly value diverse perspectives and are committed to cultivating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and valued. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Beyond compliance, we strive to create a supportive and growth-oriented workplace for everyone. If you share our passion and connection to this mission, we welcome you to apply and join us in building a vibrant and inclusive team at TP-Link Systems Inc. Please, no third-party agency inquiries, and we are unable to offer visa sponsorships at this time.

Experienced alarm technician needed for service calls And installations in the Chicago area. Familiarity with both fire and burglary systems desirable. This is a part-time position