Senior Software Engineer Security Clearance

Senior Software Engineer – Annapolis Junction, MD (Clear Edge – Enterprise Solutions / Full-time / On-site)

Clear Edge is a mission‑focused team solving some of the DoD's most complex technical challenges. We support government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success. This position is part of a newly forming Phase 0 team, responsible for shaping technical direction, architecture, and development practices from the ground up.

• Designing and implementing data visualization toolkits and frameworks.
• Supporting configuration, deployment, and operational use of visualization platforms.
• Developing innovative visualization solutions for complex, multi‑dimensional data.
• Collaborating with users and stakeholders to understand requirements and refine designs.
• Applying cloud architecture best practices to scalable software solutions.
• Developing and maintaining web‑based server applications.
• Implementing algorithms that interface with relational databases.
• Exploring and applying novel and non‑traditional visualization techniques.
• Mentoring engineers and providing technical guidance.
• Contributing to agile development processes and team workflows.

• Enjoy working in early‑stage, ambiguous environments.
• Comfortable defining architecture and technical direction.
• Strong mix of cloud, UX, and backend engineering experience.
• Experience mentoring and helping teams grow.
• Balancing hands‑on technical work with leadership responsibilities.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline plus fourteen (14) years of software engineering experience in a Linux environment (or 4 additional years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree).
• Experience developing software using Python or Java.
• Experience creating complex, multi‑dimensional data visualizations.
• Experience with dynamic visualization techniques including drill‑down, time‑shifting, and cascading views.
• Experience with data modeling and normalization of metrics.
• Experience developing and maintaining web‑based server applications.
• Experience implementing algorithms that interface with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Experience creating static presentations and static web pages.
• Experience leading or mentoring small cross‑functional technical teams.
• Knowledge of agile software development methodologies.

• Experience serving in a cloud architect or technical lead role.
• Experience designing user‑focused or UX‑driven visualization solutions.
• Experience working in early‑phase or forming project teams.
• Experience supporting data visualization for network or system data.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast‑paced, collaborative environments.

Competitive compensation package including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state‑of‑the‑art technology lab.

Clear Edge is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetics, age, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Veteran status is used solely for diversity and inclusion purposes.