Principal Backend Software Engineer

Red Arch Solutions is hiring a Principal Backend Software Engineer to join a priority program in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer with experience building and testing software components in an Agile environment, producing clear technical documentation, and ensuring high-quality code. The ideal candidate is proficient in Java, C++, or Python, works comfortably with Git, SQL, Postgres, AWS, and collaborates effectively using Jira and Confluence.

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university plus Twenty (20) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes. Note: Twenty four (24) years total of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for candidates without a qualifying bachelor’s degree.

• An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Experience assisting with development & execution of test procedures for software components
• Experience with generating & reviewing software/technical documentation
• Experience working in an Agile software development environment
• Experience using Jira and Confluence
• Ensuring quality control of all developed and modified software
• Experience with the following software development skills:
• Git
• Java, C++, Python
• Relational database, such as Postgres
• SQL
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Salary range for this position: $220,000-224,000 #CJ

The Red Arch Solutions pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data., Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Atlassian JIRA, C++ Programming Language, Code Reviews, Computer Science, Git, Healthcare, Java, Medications, PostgreSQL, Prescription Drugs, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Control, Relational Databases (RDBMS), SQL (Structured Query Language), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Engineering, Technical Writing, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Tuition Reimbursement

Red Arch Solutions Benefits Snapshot:

• 100% paid employee healthcare premiums. CareFirst Advantage Best in Class Benefits.
• HaloScripts Concierge prescription medication service
• Generous PTO.
• 10 % 401K 6% match vested day one and up to 4% profit sharing contribution.
• Annualized bonus compensation.
• Spot bonuses for hard work.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 529 College Saving Plan.
• College Loan Pay Back Program.
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Referral Bonuses.