Software Engineer 2

Job Title 
Software Engineer 2 
 
Job Category 
Exempt 
 
Reports To 
Software Manager 
 
Location 
Scottsdale, AZ (Hybrid) 

Job Description & Overview 
 
NTI is seeking a Software Engineer 2 to help shape and execute the software strategy behind our next-generation systems. This role demands a curious, capable engineer with a strong sense of ownership and a desire to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, fast-moving environments. 
 
As a mid-level engineer, you’ll design, build, and support high-impact software across a variety of internal and external applications. You’ll have the opportunity to lead components from conception through deployment, guide technical decisions, and support the growth of others on your team. Engineers in this role thrive under ambiguity, take initiative without waiting for permission, and have a passion for solving real-world problems through software. 
 
Candidates invited to the next stage of the hiring process will be asked to complete a brief take-home exercise (approximately 2–4 hours) designed to reflect the types of problems we solve using our day-to-day web stack. 
 
Educational & Experience Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, related degree, or equivalent experience 

• 3+ years of experience 

Required Qualifications 

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., JavaScript, PHP, Python) 

• Solid understanding of software architecture and distributed systems 

• Familiarity with relational and/or NoSQL databases 

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills; able to design practical, scalable solutions 

• Excellent written and verbal communication 

• Demonstrated initiative and adaptability in fast-paced environments 

• Self-motivated with a growth mindset and attention to detail 

• Eligibility and willingness to obtain a US Security clearance 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with JavaScript, PHP, or Perl in production environments 

• Familiarity with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Knockout) and/or back-end frameworks 

• Working knowledge of functional programming or systems-level thinking 

• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker), CI/CD pipelines, or infrastructure-as-code tools 

• Comfort working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) 

• Familiarity with version control (Git), testing practices, and software security 

• Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams to deliver production-grade software 

• Experience integrating or developing AI-powered features (e.g., LLM APIs, ML model pipelines, recommendation systems) 

• Prior work on defense, government, or mission-oriented technology a plus 

• Current, active US security clearance 

Responsibilities 

• Contribute to the design, implementation, and delivery of high-quality, secure, and scalable software systems 

• Collaborate with teammates to scope features, prioritize work, test functionality, deploy releases, and monitor systems in production 

• Take ownership of features or services from planning and implementation through deployment and ongoing operations 

• Write clean, testable, and well-documented code; participate in and lead peer code reviews to ensure quality and shared understanding 

• Debug and resolve issues related to software bugs, performance, and system reliability 

• Build internal tools and automation to improve engineering efficiency and operational consistency 

• Share knowledge with teammates and contribute to technical discussions and documentation 

• Stay current with new technologies and best practices; contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and learning 

• Embrace and promote NTI’s values of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence