Sr Software Engineer

Scientific Research Corporation•North Charleston, SC

19d

About The Position

Designing and overseeing architecture for software systems Ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and cybersecurity requirements Defining system architecture, interfaces, data flows, and integration with legacy and tactical systems Leading technical decisions across classified and unclassified environments Collaborating with government stakeholders, program managers, and engineering teams to align technical solutions with mission objectives Evaluating and implementing secure technologies suitable for air-gapped, on-premise, and cloud (e.g., GovCloud) environments Supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and documentation Providing guidance on secure coding practices and system hardening Conducting architecture reviews, code reviews, and risk assessments Mentoring engineering teams and enforcing engineering standards and best practices #LI-LL1

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field
Eight or more years of software development experience
Experience working on DoD or federal government contracts
Strong knowledge of secure system architecture and cybersecurity principles
Experience with architecture patterns (micro-services, service-oriented, event-driven, and monolithic systems)
Proficiency in languages such as Java, C++, or Python
Experience with Linux-based systems and secure environments
Familiarity with DoD compliance standards (RMF, NIST 800-53, STIGs)

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance (active Secret and must be eligible for Top Secret)
Three or more years in architecture or technical leadership roles
Experience with U.S. Department of Defense cloud environments (e.g., AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) in secure environments
Experience with embedded systems, real-time systems, or naval platforms

Responsibilities

Designing and overseeing architecture for software systems
Ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and cybersecurity requirements
Defining system architecture, interfaces, data flows, and integration with legacy and tactical systems
Leading technical decisions across classified and unclassified environments
Collaborating with government stakeholders, program managers, and engineering teams to align technical solutions with mission objectives
Evaluating and implementing secure technologies suitable for air-gapped, on-premise, and cloud (e.g., GovCloud) environments
Supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and documentation
Providing guidance on secure coding practices and system hardening
Conducting architecture reviews, code reviews, and risk assessments
Mentoring engineering teams and enforcing engineering standards and best practices

Benefits

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more.
For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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