Software Engineer

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.

What you’ll do:

• 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 7 years of professional experience developing and maintaining complex software systems
• Professional experience with Python
• Experience designing algorithms, database interactions, and/or system integrations

Bonus Points if you have:

• 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

Clearance:

• Must have an active TS/SCI with polygraph level clearance

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Columbia, MD $96,200 - $192,300 a year

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