Software Developer - Business Applications & Analytics

STR · Arlington, VA

  • Junior
  • Full-time
  • $111,000 – $145,000
  • Posted 2026-11-10
  • Confirmed live on 11 November 2026

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Job description

STR is seeking a motivated and versatile Software Developer to join our Strategic Projects, Analytics & Applications (SPAA) team within the Operations Division. SPAA is responsible for developing and sustaining enterprise business capabilities through cross-functional project execution, business analytics, and business applications management.

This position will support the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software tools and applications that improve business processes, automate workflows, and enable data-driven decision-making across STR.

Working closely with the Business Analytics and Business Applications functional leads, the Software Developer will develop and maintain solutions that support enterprise reporting, data integration, business system administration, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a technically capable, creative problem-solver who enjoys collaborating with business stakeholders to translate operational needs into reliable, scalable software solutions.

Description & Responsibilities / What you will do:

• Collaborate with Business Analytics, Business Applications, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, identify opportunities for automation and process improvement, and translate business needs into technical solutions.

• Develop product roadmaps, prioritize and maintain feature backlogs, and communicate progress to project stakeholders.

• Design, develop, and test software applications, tools, integrations, APIs, and automated workflows that support enterprise business operations, including STR's enterprise data warehouse and associated data processing capabilities.

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools and coding agents to accelerate software development, testing, and maintenance.

• Deploy and maintain containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Podman) using CI/CD pipelines, source control, and automated testing to ensure reliable software delivery.

• Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure solutions meet STR's technical, infrastructure, and security requirements.

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance existing applications, scripts, integrations, and automation tools, providing ongoing operational support and technical documentation.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to software development practices, system reliability, and enterprise capabilities.

Experience & Qualifications / Who you are:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional software development experience

• Proficiency in Python and experience with one or more additional programming languages, such as C++ or Java

• Experience using AI-assisted software development tools and coding agents, such as Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, or similar technologies

• Experience developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions intended for reliable enterprise use

• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Podman

• Experience with Git-based source control, CI/CD tools such as GitLab, and automated build and deployment pipelines

• Working knowledge of Linux environments and basic system administration

• Understanding of IT cybersecurity fundamentals and secure software development practices

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to independently investigate and resolve technical challenges

• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple development and support priorities

• Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have:

• Experience developing software tools and integrations supporting enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial, HR, or other business applications

• Experience with SQL, relational databases, data engineering, ETL/ELT pipelines, or data warehouse technologies

• Experience developing REST APIs, web applications, or internal business tools

• Familiarity with Power BI, business intelligence platforms, or analytical data environments

• Experience developing AI-enabled applications, including large language model integrations, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), or agent-based workflows

• Experience with infrastructure automation, application monitoring, logging, and operational support

• Familiarity with software development practices in regulated or security-conscious environments

• Experience working in cross-functional teams supporting enterprise business transformation or process improvement initiatives

• Experience supporting U.S. Government contracting organizations

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $111,000 - $145,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience

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