Independent Software-posted 3 months ago
Senior
Annapolis Junction, MD
11-50 employees
Publishing Industries

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and enhancing complex software systems across various mission-critical domains, including real-time systems, large-scale data processing, algorithm development, and business management platforms. You'll work either independently or as part of a collaborative team to translate user requirements into high-quality software, integrating COTS/GOTS components when appropriate and ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability. This role offers an opportunity to make a real impact by contributing to large-scale, high-stakes national security and enterprise systems. You'll engage in challenging technical work alongside talented professionals while maintaining work-life balance and professional growth. If you are passionate about building robust software and solving complex problems, this is the role for you.

  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications.
  • Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific and mathematical principles.
  • Debug existing software and correct defects in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Design and implement complex algorithms and system performance enhancements.
  • Modify existing software to correct errors or adapt to new hardware/environments.
  • Integrate existing software components into new or updated systems.
  • Develop and execute test procedures and document results.
  • Design or implement complex database or data repository queries and interfaces.
  • Create and maintain software and system documentation.
  • Lead one or more software development teams, ensuring adherence to processes and quality standards.
  • Coordinate installation and monitor performance to meet operational requirements.
  • Collaborate with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive functional and performance requirements.
  • Recommend and implement new technologies and processes to improve project outcomes.
  • Delegate and monitor programming and testing assignments across multiple teams.
  • Provide oversight for team-level quality assurance and process compliance.
  • Select and adapt the software development methodology in coordination with customers and engineering leadership.
  • Deep expertise in software engineering and design across complex systems.
  • Proficiency with modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C/C++, or others depending on environment).
  • Strong understanding of system performance tuning, real-time systems, and algorithm development.
  • Experience with hardware/software trade-off analysis and integration of COTS/GOTS tools.
  • Familiarity with database development, querying, and optimization.
  • Proven ability to work both independently and as a team or technical lead.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially in documenting code and test results.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Twelve (12) years of experience as a Software Engineer in programs of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
  • In lieu of a degree, an additional four (4) years of software engineering experience on similar projects may be substituted.
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.
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