design, build, and ship secure, high-performance software for mission-critical operations
own features end-to-end—from discovery and architecture through continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and observability—translating customer requirements into reliable, scalable services
develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics, algorithms, and real-time systems
work individually or as part of a team to analyze user requirements, design software solutions, and ensure adherence to design requirements through rigorous testing and documentation
debug existing software, recommend process improvements, and integrate new or modified systems
assist in developing and executing test procedures, ensuring software components meet performance and functional standards
participate in Change or Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings to facilitate decision-making and ensure alignment with configuration management policies
engage in Engineering Review Boards (ERB) to address technical issues, provide insights on configuration management impacts, and contribute to the resolution of engineering challenges
integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
write or review software and system documentation
identify, assess, and mitigate software development risks, ensuring compliance with risk management plans and stakeholder requirements
serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process
design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
develop and execute test procedures to ensure system functionality and performance
address difficult and complex problems and influence others regarding system design, solutions, and procedures
quickly adapt to changing environments and requirements

Requirements

BS/BA degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on software development experience on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
Advanced proficiency in using a variety of software development tools and databases
Strong proficiency in at least two programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C/C++)
Proficiency with container automation and orchestration tooling employment (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with workload/project management tools (e.g., Jira)
Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub, GitLab)
Experience with the software life cycle, including requirements, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment
Demonstrated experience integrating DevSecOps with Agile methodologies to improve software delivery speed and security posture
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive software development strategies
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and coach lower-level professionals
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proven experience in overseeing projects or processes and providing coaching and feedback to junior team members
Demonstrated experience in translating technical work into high-quality, templated artifacts (e.g., user guides, release notes, and slide decks) that meet both contractual customer requirements and internal review standards
Must be a US citizen with an active Top Secret/SCI DoD Security clearance with polygraph

Benefits

healthcare
wellness
financial
retirement
family support
continuing education
time off benefits

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

software developmentprogramming languagesJavaPythonC/C++container automationorchestration toolingDevSecOpsAgile methodologiesdatabase interfaces

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational skillstime managementindependent workcoachingproblem-solvingcommunicationteam collaborationadaptabilitydecision-making

Certifications

BS/BA degree in computer scienceTop Secret/SCI DoD Security clearance with polygraph