Principal Software Engineer
About The Position
As a Principal Software Developer , you will serve as a senior technical authority responsible for defining, guiding, and validating software solutions for large-scale, mission-critical systems. You will lead technical planning, architecture decisions, and system integration efforts across programs while influencing engineering best practices and long-term technical direction.This role demands deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead teams This role requires deep hands-on expertise and the ability to collaborate closely with systems engineers, testers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software in structured or regulated environments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with 18+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 16+ years , or PhD with 15+ years
- Expert-level experience in software architecture, development, systems integration and AWS tools
- Proven ability to lead complex technical efforts and guide engineering teams
- Extensive experience in requirements definition, system design, and validation
- Strong background supporting large-scale or mission-critical software systems
- Ability to influence technical direction across programs or organizations
- Active Top Secret with ability to obtain and maintain SCI
- U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment
- All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Technical leadership experience on DoD, federal, or classified programs
- Deep familiarity with systems engineering methodologies and lifecycle processes
- Experience defining engineering standards, best practices, or reference architectures
- Formal mentorship or team leadership responsibilities
- Experience supporting highly regulated or high-assurance environments
Responsibilities
- Lead technical planning and execution for complex software systems and subsystems
- Define and validate high-level and detailed software requirements across programs
- Architect and guide software solutions aligned with mission, operational, and enterprise needs
- Oversee and direct test planning and execution, including: Use case development Test strategy, procedures, and test data System-level validation and verification
- Lead software systems integration across platforms and environments
- Provide senior-level technical oversight across the full software lifecycle, including: Concept design Development and integration Installation and deployment Operations, sustainment, and modernization Retirement and disposal
- Conduct and guide technical trade studies and architectural decision analysis
- Resolve the most complex software integration and performance challenges
- Mentor senior and mid-level developers and guide technical teams
- Ensure software solutions balance performance, security, schedule, and cost constraints
- Serve as a trusted technical advisor to program leadership and stakeholders
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary
- Fully covered healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and company match
- Take as you need PTO + 11 paid holidays
- Education & training benefits
- Generous Referral Bonuses
- And More!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
