Software Engineer

SNS One is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support mission-critical programs in a highly secure environment. The selected candidate will develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting large-scale data processing, advanced analytics, real-time operations, and enterprise applications. This role requires expertise in modern software engineering practices, Kubernetes-based platforms, automation, and secure software development methodologies.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience designing and developing scalable software solutions, implementing high-performance algorithms, integrating applications across diverse environments, and supporting cloud-native and containerized infrastructures. Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics, real-time systems, large-scale data processing platforms, and business management information systems.
• Design, code, test, and integrate software solutions based on documented requirements and mission objectives.
• Design and implement complex data interfaces and execute queries against existing and proposed repositories to support data accessibility and system functionality.
• Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and scalable software architectures.
• Analyze workflows, business processes, and system performance to develop technical solutions and recommend improvements.
• Review, test, and validate software components to ensure compliance with design specifications and performance requirements.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects, performance issues, and operational problems.
• Create, review, and maintain technical documentation, software designs, and testing procedures.
• Participate in system architecture discussions, including hardware/software trade studies and design decisions.
• Evaluate and integrate Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) technologies when appropriate.
• Perform requirements analysis and decomposition from system-level requirements to individual software components.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, management, and customers to communicate technical solutions and project status.
• Support Agile development processes and participate in sprint planning, reviews, and documentation activities.

• Twenty (20) years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four (4) additional years of software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
• One of the following certifications:
• CompTIA Security+ CE
• CCNA Security
• CySA+
• GICSP
• GSEC
• CND
• SSCP
• Hands-on experience operating or platform engineering production-grade Kubernetes clusters.
• Strong understanding of containerization technologies and security concepts, including Pod Security Standards.
• Working knowledge of PKI certificate management and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).
• Experience implementing GitOps workflows and CI/CD pipelines.
• Basic Linux system administration experience.
• Experience with Python and Bash scripting.
• Experience using Jira and Confluence for project management, task tracking, and technical documentation.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting cloud-native applications and container orchestration platforms.
• Experience with DevSecOps methodologies and secure software development practices.
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation and configuration management tools.
• Experience supporting mission-critical government or DoD programs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills., Agile Programming Methodologies, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Automation Systems, Bash Scripting, Bug Tracking Software, Business Analysis, Business Processes, Business Solutions, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Computer Network Defense (CND), Computer Science, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Processing, Digital Certificates, Diversity, Documentation, Employee Retention, Engineering, Enterprise Applications, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Full Scope Polygraph, GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials Certification, Genetics, Government, Government Off-the Shelf (GOTS), Identify Issues, Large-Scale Systems, Linux Administration, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Medical Conditions, Military, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner, Scalable System Development, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Design for Test (SDET), Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Validation, Sprint Planning, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Writing, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Trade Studies, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Workflow Analysis, Writing Skills

• Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $250,000 based on experience, qualifications, and mission requirements.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to support high-impact national security missions.