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# Software Engineer - 174530 - 174530

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $135,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Dictionary, Database Schema, DevOps, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Secure Coding, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Software Systems, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Web Applications, Web Services, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Technical Debt, SC Clearance, Containerization, Devsecops, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9169599/software-engineer-174530-174530

## About the Role

* Active Secret Clearance
 * One DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification:
 + CySA+
 + Security+
 + CCNA Security
 + GICSP
 + GSEC
 + SSCP
 * Bachelors Degree in IT related field
 * Experience developing software using Python and JavaScript
 * Understanding of software engineering principles and secure development practices

Desired Skills

 * Development and deployment experience within a containerized environment
 * Experience with modern DevOps and CI/CD practices
 * Knowledge of API development and integration methodologies

## Description

* Develop and maintain secure software applications using Python, JavaScript, and other modern programming languages.
 * Implement secure coding practices and embed security throughout the software development lifecycle in accordance with DoD directives and DISA STIGs.
 * Design, build, and optimize intuitive web applications and user interfaces.
 * Develop and maintain Web Service APIs, including REST, SOAP, and GraphQL integrations, to aggregate and distribute data from multiple sources.
 * Utilize Agile/Scrum methodologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and object-oriented design principles.
 * Support software delivery within a CI/CD DevSecOps pipeline.
 * Design, publish, and maintain database schemas, data dictionaries, and system architecture documentation.
 * Identify and resolve technical debt while improving system performance, scalability, and maintainability.
 * Collaborate with stakeholders to translate user requirements into technical specifications and software solutions.
 * Provide system integration support across multiple environments and platforms.
 * Author and maintain technical documentation, system diagrams, and software implementation guides.
 * Participate in code reviews, testing activities, and software quality assurance efforts.
 * Support development and deployment activities within containerized environments.


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