Software Engineer - Cloud/GovCloud (Top Secret - Remote US)

ICF•Reston, VA

5d•$98,614 - $167,644•Remote

About The Position

ICF is seeking an experienced Senior-Level Software Engineer to lead and oversee mission-critical initiatives supporting the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining secure applications using Java, Kotlin, and TypeScript, working with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases and cloud-hosted environments including AWS GovCloud. This is a remote position in the United States. ICF monitors employee work locations, blocks access from foreign locations and foreign IP addresses, and prohibits personal VPN connections. Occasional travel to an office or client site may be requested, approximately once a quarter. Core work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time, with the option to start earlier or work later depending on the employee’s time zone. The engineer participates in the full software development lifecycle and collaborates with product owners, architects, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps teams. The position also includes communicating project status and performance to government stakeholders and corporate leadership. An active Top Secret clearance is required, though an interim Top Secret clearance will be considered.

Requirements

Active Top Secret clearance; an interim Top Secret clearance will be considered.
At least 2 years of experience supporting the full Software Development Lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment of secure, enterprise-level applications.
Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.
Ability to self-organize, prioritize, and conduct research on multiple projects under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of experience working on or around AWS cloud platforms.
Hands-on application development experience with Java or Kotlin and TypeScript, and a strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and modern development frameworks.
Experience with Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server, including writing and optimizing queries and ensuring data integrity.
Experience supporting applications in AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud environments, including understanding cloud architecture, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices, including code reviews, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

Participate in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment of secure, mission-critical applications.
Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java, Kotlin, and TypeScript, with attention to scalability, performance, and maintainability.
Develop and optimize Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database solutions while ensuring data integrity, performance, and security.
Build and support cloud-based solutions in AWS GovCloud and troubleshoot cloud-service and system-integration issues.
Collaborate in an Agile environment with product owners, architects, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps teams to translate requirements into software solutions.
Conduct code reviews, unit and integration testing, and debugging to ensure quality, security, and compliance.
Create and maintain documentation of system architecture, software design, and implementation details.
Ensure compliance with federal regulations, DoW policies, and security requirements.
Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings, status reports, and performance updates to government stakeholders and corporate leadership.
Build partnerships with internal and external partners and maintain a positive, results-oriented work environment.