Software Engineer; Level 3 TS​/SCI w​/Poly

Software Engineer (Level
3) – TS/SCI w/ Poly

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and improving complex software systems, including high-performance analytics platforms, advanced algorithms, large-scale data processing systems, real-time applications, and business information systems. This role may function independently or as part of a team.

The engineer ensures software components meet design requirements through testing, validation, and documentation, while also troubleshooting and resolving technical issues. They apply appropriate development methodologies and contribute to system design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, reuse strategies, and integration of COTS/GOTS solutions where applicable.

Analyze user needs to define system and software requirements

Design, develop, and enhance new or existing software solutions

Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects

Integrate software into new or existing environments

Develop and optimize database queries and interfaces

Create and maintain technical documentation

Support and execute software testing procedures

Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to align requirements and constraints

Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements

Apply data analysis and modeling to support system design decisions

Implement and optimize algorithms to meet performance requirements

Ensure quality control across software development efforts

Recommend improvements to development processes and standards

Lead or support software development teams depending on project scope

Provide technical direction and oversight across multiple teams

Coordinate development activities, including task delegation and performance monitoring

Select and align development methodologies with customer and system requirements

Oversee system implementation and ensure operational performance standards are met

Identify and recommend new tools, technologies, and best practices

20+ years of experience as a Software Engineer on programs of similar scope and complexity

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree)

5+ years of experience in a CNO (Computer Network Operations) environment

5+ years of experience with Python

5+ years of experience in UI web design and usability development

7+ years of experience with database and data repository interface development

Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph required

Ability to obtain privileged access

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Data Delegation Database Access Support Modeling Data Processing Development Usability Oversight Technical Documentation Interfaces Operations Analysis Web Design Information Systems Algorithms Validation Components Software Development Quality Control Analytics Integration Computer Science Troubleshooting Data Analysis Software Testing Documentation Design Business Python Science