Software Engineer SME (TS/SCI and able to obtain a Polygraph)

North Point Technology•Gaithersburg, MD

50d

About The Position

North Point Technology is seeking a Software Engineer SME to join the Chinook Program, where you’ll help design and develop modern applications that support GEOINT data access, visualization, and dissemination. You’ll work in a collaborative Agile environment, partnering with mission users, architects, and cloud engineers to deliver secure, high-performance software solutions. The Intelligence Production Solutions Division (IPSD), part of the Decision Advantage Solutions Business Area, is seeking an experienced Software Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Chinook Program. Chinook delivers mission-critical, modern software solutions across the GEOINT enterprise using Agile, DevSecOps, and cloud-native practices. In this role, you will lead the design and development of scalable applications and services that power GEOINT production, data services, and mission user interfaces. You will collaborate closely with customer Product Owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance solutions within classified cloud environments. North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country’s most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer’s most difficult problems. At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members.

Requirements

This job requires an active Top Secret / SCI clearance (with CI Polygraph eligibility). Please apply only if you currently hold an active TS SCI clearance with CI Poly eligibility.
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field with 12–15 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 10–13 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in: Web: HTML, CSS, JSON, Ajax, REST APIs Languages: Python, Java, JavaScript, Go Frameworks: React, Angular, Vue.js, jQuery, Spring Boot, Django, Node.js, Flask, or Svelte Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, or similar Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server Operating Systems: Windows, Linux Version Control: Git
Hands-on experience with AWS (C2S/GovCloud) and Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation).
Demonstrated success building and deploying containerized services using Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with DevSecOps toolchains such as GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus, Keycloak, and Vault.
Deep understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence).
Familiarity with GEOINT and IC data standards such as OGC WMS/WFS and NSG specifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience with frontend web development and UI/UX design.
Familiarity with NoSQL databases (OpenSearch/Elasticsearch).
Exposure to multi-cloud environments (AWS, IBM, Google, Azure, Oracle).
Experience with AWS services such as S3, SQS, SNS, EC2, CloudFormation, and RDS.
Understanding of GEOINT functional requirements or related IC systems.
Advanced certifications such as AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect, CISSP, SAFe Agile, or similar.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead software engineer and technical advisor for enterprise applications under the Chinook Program.
Design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade microservices and APIs that support GEOINT data workflows.
Lead Agile development sprints, guide architectural decisions, and enforce DevSecOps best practices.
Develop and optimize containerized applications for deployment in classified AWS (C2S/GovCloud) or IC ITE environments.
Collaborate with mission stakeholders, analysts, and developers to translate mission requirements into technical solutions.
Ensure compliance with customer and IC-wide cybersecurity, data governance, and interoperability standards (OGC, NSG, etc.).
Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and contribute to long-term technical strategy and documentation.