About this opportunity
Vega lists this Mid-Level Software Engineer opportunity in richardson, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Software Engineer (Layer 7 API Gateway Focus)
Salary Range: $135,000 – $160,000 / year
Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance required prior to start
Certification: CompTIA Security+ or higher
Openings: 2 Positions
Position Overview
Vega Federal is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer with 4+ years of professional experience to join our backend engineering team in Richardson, TX. This role focuses on backend software development, complex system integrations, and enterprise API management using Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways. You will work within an Agile, multi-disciplinary environment to build, secure, and maintain high-performance Java architectures, network security protocols, and API solutions supporting critical federal operations.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, integrate, and maintain backend services and systems utilizing Java and robust network programming techniques.
Directly configure, policy-author, integrate, and troubleshoot Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateway solutions across enterprise interfaces.
Write operational Linux automation, utility, and deployment scripts to streamline software integration tasks.
Manage API authentication mechanisms, digital security certificates, SSL/TLS, and secure routing protocols across multi-tier networks.
Collaborate within Agile engineering teams to deliver resilient, production-ready software components on schedule.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 4+ years of professional software engineering experience centered on Java development, network programming, and Linux environments.
Layer 7 Expertise: Direct, hands-on experience configuring, integrating, and maintaining Broadcom Layer 7 API Gateways.
Security Clearance: Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance required prior to start date (U.S. Citizenship required).
Mandatory Certification: Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
Technical Core: Strong command of Java, Linux scripting (Bash/Shell), and fundamental network security principles.
Location & Work Style: Ability to work 100% on-site in Richardson, TX (or open to paid relocation). Strong written and oral communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications
In-depth knowledge of identity/authentication standards (OAuth2, SAML, JWT), digital certificates, and secure routing protocols.
Python scripting capabilities and Linux system administration background.
Familiarity with AWS cloud architecture, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
Hands-on experience working within DevSecOps frameworks and Agile/Scrum delivery pipelines.
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Worksite address
richardson, TX, 75080, US
Who can apply
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