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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer, Cyber Mission Systems - **Company:** Shadow Strategies, LLC - **Location:** San Antonio, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $145,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Systems Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Cyber Warfare - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9193388/software-developer-cyber-mission-systems ## About the Role * Y ou have experience developing software within integrated systems or mission-focused environments * You enjoy solving technical problems as part of a collaborative engineering team * You understand software development fundaments and are eager to expand your technical expertise * You are comfortable working with established architectures and engineering processes * You communicate effectively with technical teammates and mission stakeholders * You are motivated to learn new technologies and mission domains Required Skills * Full-stack software design and development * Secure software development in classified or operationally constrained environments * Software integration across services, platforms, and data sources * CI/CD and DevOps practices * Software testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation Helpful Experience Areas * Offensive cyber operations or related national security mission environments * Declarative workflow systems or mission automation * Legacy system modernization and platform evolution * Operator-facing mission applications * Human-centered software development with UX teams * Real-time operational systems Years of Experience and Degree Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field and 7 years of experience OR an associate degree and 1 1 years of experience OR 1 3 years of experience without a degree Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education ., Salary is determined by various factors , including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. ## Description At Shadow Strategies, you will join a culture defined by innovation, purpose, and meaningful impact. We seek software developers who build resilient systems, contribute to mission-focused capabilities, and help deliver software that supports real operational outcomes . If you are inspired by complexity, motivated by clarity, and committed to excellence, we invite you to become part of something exceptional. This role supports the creation of a declarative, mission-adaptable workflow interface for cyber operations. The capability will enable operators to express mission intent, define parameters and boundaries, understand system behavior, and guide automation through a unified operational experience. You will develop the services, integrations, and operator-facing software that move the platform from static infrastructure management toward offensive mission automation. What You'll Do * D evelop and sustain software capabilities that support mission workflows and operational objectives * Contribute to the development of operator-facing interfaces and supporting services * Integrate automation, mission services, data sources, and operational tools into cohesive end-to-end workflows * Develop software that behaves predictably within defined authorities, rules, and operational boundaries * Support modernization efforts that evolve infrastructure-management capabilities into mission-focused workflows * Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices aligned with classified mission architectures * Test, troubleshoot, and refine software across development, integration, and operational environments * Work closely with cyber operators, systems engineers, and other software developers to implement mission requirements, Telework policy is being defined as this is a new contract, subject to manager approval and tasking Multidisciplinary teams supporting cyber mission systems in classified environments Journeyman software engineers contribute to the development, integration, and sustainment of cyber mission systems while working closely with senior engineers and mission stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Rethinking Intelligence: AI, Accessibility, and the Future of Inclusive Work - Artur Ortega](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1377-rethinking-intelligence-ai-accessibility-and-the-future-of-inclusive-work-artur-ortega) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Unleashing the Power of Developers: Why Cybersecurity is the Missing Piece?!?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/712-unleashing-the-power-of-developers-why-cybersecurity-is-the-missing-piece) - [Building Systems that Last](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1389-building-systems-that-last) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)