Senior Software Engineer

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join our Strategic Military Space (SMS) division. The emphasis will be on satellite ground systems and related tooling, which will be used by mission and satellite operations teams in various capacities. Integration of the satellite to the ground system is often performed.

Software maintenance and operational support are also expected.

The role of a Senior Software Engineer emphasizes advanced expertise in software development, focusing on the design, implementation, and optimization of complex systems. Senior Software Engineers are tasked with delivering high-quality technical solutions and contributing to the architecture and development of scalable and reliable software systems. While the primary focus is on technical excellence, the role may also involve leadership responsibilities to support and guide the team in achieving successful release cycles.

The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities.

• Executes all phases of software development including requirements, design, implementation, testing, delivery, documentation, and maintenance
• Plans and provides technical expertise on projects or major phases of significant projects
• Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services
• May serve as architect lead to focus on key software areas to ensure new features are cohesively designed to be integrated back into the larger existing product
• May help design new software architecture to better support product goals
• May provide work leadership to other members of the team
• May manage small teams and lead small projects, including selecting, mentoring, training, and other employee development functions
• Coordinates with Program Managers and Software Systems Engineers to meet product design goals

• Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance
• BS degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field and 10 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in all phases of software development including requirements, design, implementation, testing, delivery, and maintenance
• Ability to respond resourcefully to new demands and challenges
• Superior analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to junior Engineers
• Ability to serve as a technical adviser to Program Managers on proposals and in program execution
• Strong understanding of the lab’s core technologies and capabilities including:
  • Architect, design, develop, and analyze complex and difficult software systems
  • Expertise in at least one of the following languages: C# (preferred), C++, Java
  • Experience with a database and associated query language (i.e., SQL)
  • Experience with front‑end frameworks (Angular, etc.)
  • Expertise with web languages (Typescript, JavaScript, CSS, etc.)
  • Ability to write clean, consistent, and well‑documented code
  • Experience with software test methodologies (unit, integration, etc.)
  • Experience with agile development methodologies and Dev Ops concepts
  • Experience with use of version control software, ticketing, and collaboration documentation tools
  • Experience with utilizing design patterns
  • Experience with microservice architecture and/or message‑based application design

• US Government Top Secret Security Clearance
• 3+ years leading a technical team
• 3+ years of experience in web application development
• Ability to anticipate risks and develop contingency plans to manage them
• Ability to relate well to people at all levels inside and outside of the organization
• Proven organization and planning skills
• Highly self‑motivated and directed
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop, debug, and deploy…