Technical Lead.

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI PolygraphLocation: Flexible with travel to NCR and San AntonioNightwing is seeking an experience Technical Lead. The Technical Lead is responsible for establishing architectural direction and engineering solutions for the unified AMS/FIPE platform. This position requires deep expertise in enterprise-grade system architecture, microservices development, and cloud-native technologies. The Technical Lead ensures technical coherence across all development efforts, defines engineering standards, and guides the team in implementing scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that meet mission requirements.Key Responsibilities:Define and maintain system architecture for unified AMS/FIPE solutionEstablish technical direction and engineering best practicesLead development of system design documentation and architectural artifactsGuide implementation of microservices architecture and containerization strategiesEnsure alignment with Government enterprise architecture standardsProvide technical oversight for DevSecOps pipeline implementationReview and approve technical design decisionsMentor development team on advanced technical conceptsParticipate in technical exchange meetings and code reviewsSupport integration with Government platform services (Kubernetes, service mesh, etc.)Required Qualifications:Minimum 14 years of software development and architecture experienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent substitution)Demonstrated expertise developing enterprise-grade distributed systemsExperience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Python, Java, Go, or similar)Strong knowledge of cloud-native technologies and multi-cloud environmentsExperience with workflow orchestration engines and automation platformsFamiliarity with UML 2.x and architecture documentation standards5+ years of experience in offensive cyber operations or related mission areasActive TS/SCI clearanceMust be U.S. citizenSalary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI PolygraphLocation: Flexible with travel to NCR and San AntonioNightwing is seeking an experience Technical Lead. The Technical Lead is responsible for establishing architectural direction and engineering solutions for the unified AMS/FIPE platform. This position requires deep expertise in enterprise-grade system architecture, microservices development, and cloud-native technologies. The Technical Lead ensures technical coherence across all development efforts, defines engineering standards, and guides the team in implementing scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that meet mission requirements.Key Responsibilities:Define and maintain system architecture for unified AMS/FIPE solutionEstablish technical direction and engineering best practicesLead development of system design documentation and architectural artifactsGuide implementation of microservices architecture and containerization strategiesEnsure alignment with Government enterprise architecture standardsProvide technical oversight for DevSecOps pipeline implementationReview and approve technical design decisionsMentor development team on advanced technical conceptsParticipate in technical exchange meetings and code reviewsSupport integration with Government platform services (Kubernetes, service mesh, etc.)Required Qualifications:Minimum 14 years of software development and architecture experienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent substitution)Demonstrated expertise developing enterprise-grade distributed systemsExperience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Python, Java, Go, or similar)Strong knowledge of cloud-native technologies and multi-cloud environmentsExperience with workflow orchestration engines and automation platformsFamiliarity with UML 2.x and architecture documentation standards5+ years of experience in offensive cyber operations or related mission areasActive TS/SCI clearanceMust be U.S. citizenSalary & BenefitsThe salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

• Minimum 14 years of software development and architecture experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent substitution)
• Demonstrated expertise developing enterprise-grade distributed systems
• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (Python, Java, Go, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of cloud-native technologies and multi-cloud environments
• Experience with workflow orchestration engines and automation platforms
• Familiarity with UML 2.x and architecture documentation standards
• 5+ years of experience in offensive cyber operations or related mission areas
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Must be U.S. citizen

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is seeking an experience Technical Lead. The Technical Lead is responsible for establishing architectural direction and engineering solutions for the unified AMS/FIPE platform. This position requires deep expertise in enterprise-grade system architecture, microservices development, and cloud-native technologies. The Technical Lead ensures technical coherence across all development efforts, defines engineering standards, and guides the team in implementing scalable, secure, and resilient solutions that meet mission requirements.