X-Midas Developer (TS​/SCI

X-Midas Software Developer

Kavaliro is seeking an experienced X-Midas Software Developer for our client to join a highly skilled engineering team supporting the continued development, sustainment, and modernization of the X-Midas baseline used throughout the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of hands-on X-Midas development experience, strong C++ and Python skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to a critical software platform while helping shape its continued technical evolution. Pay: $ -  per year

• Support the ongoing sustainment, enhancement, and modernization of the X-Midas baseline across the Intelligence Community
• Design, develop, test, and validate X-Midas modules and software components against established technical requirements
• Build and maintain reliable CI/CD pipelines that support repeatable and efficient software delivery
• Analyze existing applications and system dependencies to implement enhancements with minimal disruption to operational environments
• Identify opportunities to improve application performance, architecture, scalability, and overall system stability
• Work closely with a small, experienced engineering team distributed across multiple locations
• Contribute to technical planning and architectural decisions
• Collaborate with team members across engineering disciplines and provide technical guidance and mentorship to less-experienced developers
• Apply sound software engineering practices throughout the development and sustainment life cycle

• Active TS security clearance required; TS/SCI preferred
• 7+ years of hands-on experience developing applications using X-Midas
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
• Strong development experience with C++ and Python
• Experience with additional programming languages is a plus
• Proven experience developing, deploying, and supporting production software
• Hands-on experience creating, testing, and validating X-Midas modules and components
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix environments, preferably Rocky Linux, RHEL, or similar
• Experience using Git for source control
• Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional Agile development environment
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills

• Background developing software for digital signal processing applications
• Familiarity with signal detection, spectrum monitoring, geolocation, or related signal-processing technologies
• Experience testing, debugging, profiling, and optimizing complex signal-processing applications
• Experience working in multi-language software environments where performance and reliability are critical

• Understanding of modern Dev Ops methodologies and development workflows
• Experience designing or supporting CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with continuous integration and automated deployment practices
• Experience evaluating existing systems, mapping dependencies, and introducing changes while minimizing operational impact
• Shell scripting and automation experience
• Familiarity with software performance analysis and system optimization

• Experience applying secure development practices within classified or government environments
• Understanding of software security and compliance requirements associated with mission-critical systems
• Active TS/SCI clearance is highly desirable
• Willingness to complete a polygraph examination, if required

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.