Software Engineer (Layer 7 API Gateway Focus) • Company: Vega Federal • Employment Type: Direct Hire / Full-Time • Salary Range: $135,000 – $160,000 / year • Location: Richardson, TX (100% On-Site | Paid Relocation Available) • 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.