Senior Software Engineer

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking a seasoned Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex, mission‑critical software systems. In this role, you’ll operate with a high degree of autonomy, tackle high‑visibility challenges, and help shape solutions that directly support critical operations.

Location:

Annapolis Junction, Maryland.

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of sophisticated software systems supporting mission‑critical programs.
• Apply advanced software engineering principles and agile methodologies to deliver scalable, secure, and high‑performance applications.
• Work independently on complex functional tasks while contributing to the overall technical direction of the program.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure solutions meet technical, functional, and security requirements across the full development lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership by mentoring junior engineers and, when assigned, overseeing the work of staff supporting specific initiatives.
• Support high‑visibility efforts where reliability, performance, and security are paramount.

• Active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance.
• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, or a qualifying substitution as defined by program guidelines.
• IAT Level II certification compliance (required).
• Proven experience delivering complex systems in environments with stringent security and operational requirements.
• Strong ability to work independently while influencing team success and technical outcomes.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Please Note:

This position is Contingent Upon Award.

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401(k) plan, PTO, holidays and additional insurances.

Nightwing is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.