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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer TS/SCI (FSP) - **Company:** IBM - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Software Security, Git, Containerization, Integration Tests, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Programming Languages, Microservices - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/153DA50DEF3B4ADF82BAC2FB7C094158/job/ ## About the Role Seeking a versatile software engineer with TS/SCI US Government security clearance and FSP to join a small agile team designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable software solutions for government customers. The team is fast-paced, collaborative, and cohesive, and depends on team members to communicate openly and to design solutions and deliver quality models on a regular, aggressive clip. The software engineering will translate mission requirements into technical specifications and implement robust, maintainable code. Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software quality and security compliance. Support DevSecOps pipelines and CI/CD processes for rapid and secure deployment. Required technical and professional expertise * US Citizen with active TS/SCI clearance and in-scope full-scope polygraph required on Day 1 * Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related technical field. * 3+ years of experience in software development, preferably in federal or defense environments. * Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++). * Experience with secure coding practices and working in classified environments. * Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and version control (Git). * Must be willing to work 5 days per week in SCIF in Annapolis Junction, MD Preferred technical and professional experience * 1+ year of experience conducting software engineering work on AWS classified cloud architecture. * Certifications such as Security+, AWS Certified Developer, or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD). * Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs. * Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible). * Experience working within a high-performance compute environment. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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