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# Staff Software Engineer

- **Company:** Ed Wallach Search Group
- **Location:** Sioux Falls, SD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Data Visualization, Programming Tools, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Backend, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9118936/staff-software-engineer

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
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8+ years of engineering experience with a bachelor's degree, or 6+ years with a master's degree.
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Demonstrated experience designing and delivering significant production software systems.
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Strong full-stack capability, including frontend architecture and backend services.
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Ability to explain technical tradeoffs and architectural decisions clearly.
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Experience solving complex engineering problems in a disciplined, high-accountability environment.
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Ability to write software independently. Familiarity with AI-enabled development tools is welcome but not a substitute for engineering judgment.

## Description

Design backend services, APIs, and data flows supporting real-time telemetry and operational workflows.
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Lead technical design for full-stack features, ensuring scalable and maintainable implementations.
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Establish engineering patterns, architectural standards, and code-quality practices.
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Make foundational decisions on application structure, service boundaries, and system integrations.
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Resolve performance, reliability, and maintainability issues across the stack.
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Conduct architectural and code reviews.
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Mentor engineers through clear technical discussions and constructive feedback., Python
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TypeScript
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Complex data visualization
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Design systems
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Operational or decision-support tools
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Real-time or mission-critical software environments

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based. Strong preference is given to candidates available for onsite collaboration in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Hybrid arrangements may be considered. Remote candidates will not be prioritized.

The role may occasionally require work near production areas with noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varying temperatures. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.


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