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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # TS/SCI - Principal Software Engineer - **Company:** Associates, Inc - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Configuration Management, System Configuration, Linux, Web Development, Java Message Service (JMS), NetBeans, Network Interface, Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Software Configuration Management, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Web Applications, Web Services, Software Troubleshooting, Integration Tests, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/ts-sci-principal-software-engineer-aurora-co--a273bb3a-bbf6-4674-87d3-bb1c2ca2f097 ## About the Role * 8+ years of object-oriented software development experience. * Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required at start. * Current IAT Level II / Security+ certification required. * Java development experience in a Linux environment. * Experience with Jenkins. * Experience with Java Messaging Service. * Experience deploying software within Docker containers. * Experience with NetBeans. * Experience with JavaScript. * Experience troubleshooting software, configuration, network interface, and operating system issues. * Experience coordinating software installs, upgrades, and releases under Configuration Management processes. * Ability to support requirements definition and full SDLC execution. * Ability to develop technical solutions for complex software problems. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with web-based development. * Experience with web services. * Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and technical teams. * Experience supporting classified, mission-critical, or operational software environments. * Experience with system sustainment, software modernization, or enhancement of existing software baselines. #cj Skills: Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Identify Issues, Integration Testing, Java, Linux Operating System, Negotiation Skills, Object Oriented Development, Object Oriented Software, Operating Systems, Release Management/Engineering, Requirements Management, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Architecture Design, Software Configuration Management, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Installation, Software Upgrades, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Web Programming ## Description Seeking a Principal Software Engineer to support the enhancement, modification, troubleshooting, and sustainment of existing software systems. This role supports software architecture, development, testing, deployment, and system maintenance in a Linux-based environment. The engineer will work across the full software development lifecycle, troubleshoot system anomalies, coordinate software upgrades, and develop technical solutions for complex software, configuration, network, and operating system issues. Key Responsibilities * Develop enhancements and modifications for existing software systems. * Troubleshoot anomalies related to software, system configuration, network interfaces, and operating system issues. * Coordinate software installs and upgrades in accordance with Configuration Management procedures. * Support software architecture design, development, integration, and testing. * Perform full lifecycle software development, including requirements definition, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and sustainment. * Develop and maintain system tools, technical documentation, and support materials. * Provide technical solutions for complex software and system-level issues. * Support containerized software deployments and integration activities. * Collaborate with developers, engineers, customers, and technical stakeholders in a team environment. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Road to MLOps: How Verivox Transitioned to AWS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1050-the-road-to-mlops-how-verivox-transitioned-to-aws) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)