Senior Software Developer Lead
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Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a to support a mission-critical space program. This role will lead a small, high-performing software development team focused on Mission Management and Mission Planning solutions. The Senior Software Developer Lead will work in a cross-functional environment to design, develop, test, and deliver Java-based software that enables stakeholders to advance national security space missions.
This position provides hands-on technical leadership across the full software development lifecycle and offers the opportunity to meaningfully influence system architecture, team performance, and mission outcomes. This role is .
- Lead planning and execution of software development activities, including detailed design, coding, and unit, integration, functional, and system testing
- Translate system-level requirements into traceable software requirements, designs, code, and test artifacts
- Partner with system engineering, product management, and mission stakeholders to ensure customer, operational, and performance requirements are met
- Perform and lead code reviews to ensure compliance with technical standards, best practices, and security requirements
- Identify software risks and issues through system-level analysis and lead mitigation strategies throughout the software lifecycle
- Oversee test execution, verification activities, defect resolution, and acceptance criteria closure
- Ensure alignment of product delivery and development processes with program plans, quality standards, and industry best practices
- Track team performance and support integration of supplier and partner contributions
Requirements
- of experience applying foundational , object-oriented design, and software patterns
- Hands-on experience with in full-stack software development environments
- Proven experience across the SDLC
- Active with SCI eligibility
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Ability to successfully complete a
- Bachelor of Science degree in , or a related technical discipline
- Experience with front-end and backend technologies including:
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- JavaScript frameworks (e.g., )
- Spring Framework, Hibernate
- RESTful APIs / OpenAPI
- Experience working within environments (sprints, standups, user stories, release planning)
- Familiarity with , , , and modern software delivery practices
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as or
- Experience with middleware technologies, particularly and
- Experience using dependency and build tools such as , and Jenkins
- Working knowledge of (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL) and databases (MongoDB)
- Experience developing and executing
- Background supporting , or complex mission systems
Benefits & conditions
- Salary Range: $150,000-190,000+ depending on experience
- Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays
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