Software Developer - Cyber Mission Systems

This is a pipeline position. Shadow is actively building a bench for a cyber-focused contract with anticipated award in late fall 2026.

What You’ll Do

This role puts software developers at the heart of the cyber mission . You will design, develop, and sustain mission software that shapes how cyber operations succeed. The work is complex, the environment is demanding, and the stakes are real. You will contribute to systems that cyber operators depend on.

Shadow deploys developers where impact is needed - to build new capabilities, harden existing platforms, or solve integration problems that have resisted easy answers. The expectation is to deliver solutions that work, that last, and that serve the mission and users who rely on them.

Core responsibilities include:

• Design ing , develop ing , and maintain ing mission-critical software capabilities for cyber operations environments

• Build ing and integrat ing tools across full-stack environments - from low-level system code to operational interfaces

• Supporting CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices aligned with the mission space and related program architectures

• Moderniz ing legacy systems and deliver ing high-performance, security-first solutions for real-time mission use

• Collaborat ing with operators, mission engineers, user experience (UX ) and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into deployable capabilities

• Contribut ing to test, integration, and operational acceptance processes that validate mission readiness

• Have 10+ years of professional software development, with senior-level responsibility for design and delivery in mission-focused environments

• Bring d eep expertise in secure software development, with experience navigating classified development environments and operational constraints

• Have p roven ability to architect and deliver software solutions within complex, integrated systems - including legacy modernization and platform evolution

• Know how to lead technical direction, mentor junior developers, and communicate solutions clearly to stakeholders across technical and operational audiences

At Shadow, software development is mission work. We build the systems that cyber operators depend on to detect, act, and decide - and we take that responsibility seriously. If you are drawn to technically demanding problems, mission-critical stakes, and a team that holds itself to a high standard, you will find your work here meaningful.

Interested ? If this role sounds like a fit, we encourage you to reach out- we’re actively shaping teams for upcoming work.

What Comes With It

You will have what you need to do your best work:

• Fully covered health insurance - medical, dental, vision

• Paid parental leave - 16 weeks if you give birth, 4 weeks if your partner does

• Flexible leave - designed to support real life, not restrict it

• 401(k) - for your future

• Short- and long-term disability - because life happens

• Annual health stipend - if you opt out of our insurance

The Extras? They’re Built In.

No points systems. No bean bags. Just clarity, autonomy, and a mission that matters.

Elite talent deserves elite support. Our benefits empower you to excel professionally and personally, recognizing your value through comprehensive health coverage, disability protection, and meaningful well-being initiatives. By investing in you, we ensure you have the tools, resources, and support to thrive - inside and outside of work.

See our benefit plan here: https://www.shadowstrategies.io/benefits

Equal Opportunity Commitment

Shadow Strategies is committed to providing an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We embrace individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, and compensation. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Salary Transparency

Salary is determined by various factors , including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.