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# Lead Software Engineer, Data & DevSecOps

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $176,800.0 - $249,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Component-Based Software Engineering, Databases, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Devsecops
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9084159/lead-software-engineer-data-devsecops

## About the Role

Strong software engineering background with technical leadership experience
Experience with Java, Oracle databases, and enterprise application environments
DevSecOps or platform engineering experience
Secure cloud integration experience
Experience supporting DoD, IC, or other federal mission environments preferred

Requirements:

Active TS/SCI clearance
Willingness to sit for CI Poly
Ability to work onsite 5 days per week in Rosslyn, VA

## Description

Provide technical leadership across software engineering, data, and DevSecOps efforts
Support modernization of secure enterprise services within a mission-focused environment
Work with Oracle-heavy database systems and Java-based application components
Support secure cloud integration and platform engineering initiatives
Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and program leadership
Help guide design, development, integration, and deployment efforts


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