Lead software modernization initiatives using advanced development tooling and AI-assisted coding platforms (e.g., Windsurf)
Design and implement Digital Workforce Agents (DWAs) to automate engineering, analysis, and operational workflows across programs
Develop and maintain standardized CI/CD pipelines supporting secure and automated software delivery
Establish reusable development frameworks and automation patterns to accelerate modernization of legacy systems
Implement DevSecOps best practices including automated security testing, container scanning, and compliance validation
Design and support enterprise development platforms that enable standardized tooling, automated environments, and secure integration capabilities
Collaborate with software engineers, architects, and program leadership to modernize applications using cloud-native architectures, APIs, and microservices
Identify engineering roles and operational processes that can be augmented through automation or Digital Workforce Agents
Evaluate emerging development technologies and recommend adoption strategies that improve engineering efficiency and modernization outcomes
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams implementing DevSecOps pipelines and automation frameworks
Support proposal development and technical solutioning for modernization and automation initiatives
Ensure development practices align with federal cybersecurity and compliance frameworks including NIST, RMF, and Zero Trust principles

Requirements

8+ years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, platform engineering, or software modernization environments
3+ years leading technical teams or enterprise engineering initiatives
Demonstrated experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
Experience modernizing legacy applications through refactoring, API enablement, or containerization
Strong knowledge of modern software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices
Experience with automation frameworks and workflow orchestration tools
Familiarity with cloud-native development environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Experience integrating security practices into development pipelines (SAST, DAST, container scanning)
Demonstrated ability to work across multiple teams and programs to implement engineering standards and modernization approaches
Strong analytical and technical problem-solving capability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience implementing AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Windsurf, Copilot, or similar platforms) (Desired)
Experience developing or implementing Digital Workforce Agents or intelligent automation solutions (Desired)
Experience supporting DoD or federal IT modernization programs (Desired)
Experience building reusable engineering frameworks or internal developer platforms (Desired)
Experience supporting DevSecOps transformations in regulated environments (Desired)
Familiarity with container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes) (Desired)
PMP, ITIL, Agile, Azure, AWS, or other relevant certifications (Desired)

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Stock Option Benefit

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

software modernizationCI/CD pipelinesDevSecOpsautomation frameworkscloud-native architecturesAPI enablementcontainerizationsecurity practices integrationworkflow orchestrationtechnical leadership

Soft Skills

analytical problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationmentorshipteam leadership

Certifications

PMPITILAgile