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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Development Engineer - Secret or TS - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Bootstrap (Software), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Code Review, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, JavaScript Libraries, JQuery, Javaserver Pages, Microsoft SQL Server, Object-Oriented Software Development, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Scripting, Technical Debt, AngularJS, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Software Coding, Terraform - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/D5F40DA7D106460EA4A1ED8E6B107227/job/ ## About the Role * Secret or TS Clearance * B.S. in Engineering (e.g., Systems, Software, Electrical, or Mechanical) or a related technical field and 15+ years of experience in technical development and systems engineering. * Track record of leading development teams and managing complex technical projects. * Proficiency in writing scripts for automation (e.g., Bash, PowerShell) and familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform). * Practical experience with legacy Java, JSP, native JavaScript, HTML, CSS and MSSQL along with client-side JavaScript libraries (e.g., JQuery, AngularJS, Bootstrap). * Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle * Proven experience with secure coding practices, object-oriented design, and building, testing, and deploying applications * Strong understanding of application design principles and the end-to-end development lifecycle. ## Description We are seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Development Engineer to oversee the development team, manage technical initiatives, and lead the integration of advanced technologies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in engineering leadership with a heavy emphasis on performance management, systems development, emerging technology adoption, and ensuring alignment with project goals and customer requirements. This position serves as a key liaison between the engineering team, program management, and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery of innovative solutions. Primary Responsibilities: * Team Leadership and Management o Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary development team, driving performance, collaboration, and innovation. o Oversee task management and ensure adherence to project schedules, budgets, and objectives. o Collaborate closely with program leadership to align application enhancements with program requirements. * Hands on Code Development: o Write clean, efficient, and maintainable Java code for applications, frameworks, or systems, contributing as an active development team member. o Code Reviews: Provide constructive feedback on Java code written by other team members to maintain high coding standards and ensure best practices. o Debugging and Maintenance: Identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and technical debt in existing Java codebases. o Technical Proof of Concepts (POCs): Develop prototypes for new features, architectures, or technologies using Java to demonstrate feasibility. o Standards Implementation: Establish and enforce strong Java development standards, including design patterns, modular architecture, and reusable libraries. * Application Development & Technology Insertion: o Identify, evaluate, and pilot new technologies, ensuring successful integration into existing program frameworks. o Define and implement strategies for technology refresh cycles, sustaining program relevance with emerging market and mission needs. o Collaborate with technology providers and research teams to assess applicability to program needs. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Infrastructure as Code: The Developer's Secret Weapon](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1221-infrastructure-as-code-the-developer-s-secret-weapon) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - the weekly developer show with Chris Heilmann and Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1309-wearedevelopers-live-the-weekly-developer-show-with-chris-heilmann-and-daniel-cranney) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [NoLoJS - Avoiding JavaScript Cruft with HTML and CSS - Aaron T. 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