Software Engineer

Accenture Federal Services•Annapolis Junction, MD

20d•$111,800 - $221,800

About The Position

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to design, build, and enhance complex software systems that support mission‑critical operations. You will work with real‑time systems, large-scale data environments, analytics pipelines, and enterprise applications. This role blends hands-on development and broader engineering responsibilities including requirements analysis, system integration, documentation, testing, and algorithm development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
14 years of professional experience developing and maintaining complex software systems
Professional experience with Python
Experience designing algorithms, database interactions, and/or system integrations
Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to lead tasks or teams within a software development lifecycle
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, debugging, testing, and development best practices
Ability to write clear documentation and communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

Analyze user and system requirements and translate them into detailed software design and performance specifications
Design, develop, and maintain software solutions using Python and other appropriate languages or tools
Debug and troubleshoot software issues, identify root causes, and implement effective fixes
Build new features or enhance existing components across systems, applications, and services
Integrate existing software into new or modified operating environments, including cloud platforms, APIs, and data pipelines
Develop and optimize database queries and interfaces, ranging from simple lookups to complex repository interactions
Implement algorithms to meet system performance, scalability, and functional requirements
Conduct scientific and mathematical analysis to evaluate system behavior and inform design decisions
Write, update, and review technical documentation including design specifications, user guides, and testing artifacts
Recommend improvements to documentation quality and software development processes
Assist with developing and executing test cases, test procedures, and validation plans.
Analyze system flow, data usage, and operational processes to identify opportunities for improvement or optimization
Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or enhance overall performance