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# Software Engineer, Lead

- **Company:** Booz Allen Hamilton Inc.
- **Location:** Rome, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $112,800.0 - $257,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), CompTIA Security+, Databases, Data Transmissions, Elasticsearch, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), SQL Databases, Atlassian Tools, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9110520/software-engineer-lead

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience with higher order programming languages, including Java, C++, C#, Python, or JavaScript
 * Experience in interfacing software with databases, including Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or non-SQL databases, such as MongoDB and ElasticSearch
 * Ability to work with data transfer protocols
 * Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
 * Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

 * Experience with the Agile software development process and tools, including the Atlassian Tool Suite
 * Ability to work independently and within a team
 * Ability to analyze and solve problems
 * TS/SCI clearance
 * Master's degree
 * CompTIA Security CE+ Certification or other IAT Level II Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.



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