Software Developer Security Clearance

Position: Software Developer with Security Clearance
Overview SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (NAUT):
Bowhead seeks a Software Developer to support our customer on the Nautical contract in the Arlington, VA area. This position serves as a technical leader in the modernization of legacy DoD systems, providing advanced expertise in cloud-native development, architecture design, and team leadership. This position is located near a metro station and a travel stipend may be provided if necessary.

Responsibilities
* Lead the architectural design and development of complex cloud-native applications and systems for DoD modernization initiatives
* Drive technical decision-making for legacy application migration strategies and modernization approaches
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level developers on best practices and advanced techniques
* Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud architectures using industry best practices
* Lead code reviews and establish coding standards, development processes, and quality assurance procedures
* Collaborate with system architects and technical leads to define overall system architecture and integration strategies
* Implement advanced Dev Ops practices including infrastructure as code, automated deployment pipelines, and monitoring solutions
* Design and develop complex microservices architectures with proper service mesh implementation
* Lead performance optimization efforts for cloud applications including load testing and capacity planning
* Coordinate with government stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure technical solutions meet mission needs
* Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve development efficiency and system performance
* Lead incident response efforts for production issues and implement preventive measures
* Design and implement comprehensive security controls throughout the application development lifecycle
* Participate in technical reviews, design sessions, and architectural decision meetings
* Manage technical debt and legacy system dependencies during migration projects
* Develop and maintain technical documentation including architecture diagrams, design documents, and operational procedures
* Coordinate with cross-functional teams including security, operations, and quality assurance
* Lead proof-of-concept development and technical feasibility studies
* Ensure compliance with DOD Directive 8140 and applicable cybersecurity frameworks
* Interface with the customer and external stakeholders in working groups, technical exchange meetings, and other forums
* Chair/co-chair meetings and working groups on behalf of government representatives as directed
* Resolve technical problems, allocate resources, and monitor development team performance to meet contract requirements
* Provide daily technical leadership and guidance to development team members
* Provide planned replacement information at least 15 calendar days prior to replacement
* Provide information within 24 hours of an unplanned replacement
* Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or related technical field from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution;
Master's degree preferred. Ten (10) years of progressive experience in software development with significant cloud application experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
* Six to eight (6-8) years of progressive experience in software development with significant cloud application experience
* Expert-level proficiency in multiple programming languages and development frameworks (C++ / Java)
* Deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, and cloud-native design patterns
* Proven leadership experience mentoring technical teams and managing complex development projects
* Advanced knowledge of containerization, orchestration, and service mesh technologies
* Experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Cloud Formation, ARM templates)
* Strong understanding of Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing strategies
* Expertise in application security, secure coding practices, and compliance frameworks
* Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex technical concepts to various audiences Physical Demands:
* Must be able to lift 25 pounds on occasion.
* Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period amounts of time.
* Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level with SCI eligibility and maintain SAP eligibility. Due to work requirements, this position will not entertain work from home capabilities. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. #LI-KC1