Senior Software Engineer
Staffed4U•Chantilly, VA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The selected candidate will provide senior-level software engineering support for the design, development, integration, and maintenance of mission-critical applications and systems in a secure technical environment. The role requires advanced knowledge of software development, systems engineering, cloud technologies, and system performance optimization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience; OR Ten (10) years of related professional experience in lieu of a degree
- Minimum of six (6) years of software engineering experience
- Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
- Demonstrated experience supporting complex technical and operational environments
- Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles, programming, and systems analysis
- Experience developing applications in cloud and enterprise environments
- Ability to analyze user requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Experience with software testing, debugging, and performance optimization
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced technical environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience or familiarity with one or more of the following technologies or tools is desirable: Programming languages and software development frameworks
- Web application development technologies including HTML, JavaScript, Apache Struts, and Ruby on Rails
- Software testing, usability testing, and defect tracking tools including Mercury Interactive LoadRunner
- Source code editors and software development environments
- Desktop computing systems, high-end servers, and application server technologies
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise software systems and applications
- Analyze software and system requirements to develop technical solutions that meet operational objectives
- Evaluate and improve software performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability
- Develop system specifications, technical documentation, and implementation plans
- Coordinate with engineers, analysts, developers, and stakeholders to support system integration and deployment
- Modify and enhance existing software applications to improve functionality and resolve system issues
- Analyze interfaces between hardware and software systems and define performance requirements
- Support installation, configuration, testing, and maintenance of software systems and applications
- Develop and maintain applications within cloud-based environments, including modernization of legacy systems
- Estimate software development schedules, technical risks, and resource requirements
- Apply advanced analytical and engineering methods to evaluate system performance and software outcomes
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior engineering staff and development teams
- Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex technical issues
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off
- Hybrid Work Environment
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Professional Development and Continuing Education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
