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# Sr. Software Engineer/System Engineer

- **Company:** Cdit Llc
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, System Testing, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Docker
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9246083/sr-software-engineersystem-engineer

## About the Role

* Active Top Secret / SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
 * 12+ years of professional working experience.
 * B.S. in Computer Science or related field (or 8 yearsof equivalent work experience).
 * Experience with C or C++.
 * 8+ years of Java development on both Linux and Windowsplatforms.
 * Proficiency in at least one additional high-levellanguage (Python, Go, or Rust preferred; JavaScript desired).
 * 5+ years of cryptographic experience with a solidunderstanding of key management.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication, with theability to build rapport with team members and clients.
PreferredQualifications

 * Prior experience as a contractor in the IntelligenceCommunity.
 * 8+ years of experience with modern software developmentmanagement.
 * Working understanding of Agile methodology.
 * 5+ years of experience with REST APIs.
 * 2+ years of experience with cloud platforms, tools, andadministration.
 * Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
 * Strong analytical troubleshooting and performanceevaluation skills.
 * Ability to work under pressure and adapt to shiftingrequirements or deadlines.

## Description

CDIT Solutionsis seeking a Senior Software Engineer / System Engineer to support amulti-quarter productization effort for a mission-focused product suite,enabling broader deployment and use across the DoD community. This initiativeextends through FY27 and continues to evolve in partnership with theproductization team.
At a highlevel, this work involves "genericizing" the current solution byremoving customer-specific dependencies, abstracting environment-specificconfigurations, and developing interfaces that allow authorization workflowsand key management operations to function across diverse customer environments.The effort touches all major components of the ecosystem - clients, Portal,Proxy services, and OpenBao-based key management services.
KeyResponsibilities

 * Lead changes to Encryption Libraries and Key ManagementServices, including migration of code from Low to High environments.
 * Design, implement, and test complex software acrossclients, Portal, Proxy services, and OpenBao-based key management services.
 * Establish and apply best practices throughcollaborative communication, planning documentation, system testing, and defectresolution.
 * Manage day-to-day efforts toward projectaccomplishments and contribute to planning and status communications.
 * Partner with virtual teams in a matrix environment andoperate with strong ownership across multiple parts of a project.