Lead Software Engineer (Backend/Integration)

Quick Facts

• Role: Lead Software Engineer (Backend/Integration)

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI

• Work model: Onsite at Patrick Space Force Base; 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)

Description

Lead secure, scalable backend service development and software integration for mission applications in high-security environments. Provide technical leadership across software and infrastructure teams, including requirements refinement, design planning, documentation, and sustainment. Deploy and maintain AWS-hosted applications with CI/CD automation and support Agile delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable back-end services and application logic for mission workflows

• Apply best practices across the full SDLC (code reviews, automated testing, version control, CI/CD)

• Deploy and maintain applications in AWS to ensure scalability, security, resilience, and cost-effectiveness

• Engage with customers daily to refine requirements and improve application functionality

• Produce technical documentation (system design, architecture, deployment procedures, sustainment)

• Support Agile/Scrum ceremonies and assist Agile software development teams

• Build and deploy mission applications in classified or high-security environments

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance

• Bachelor’s degree (CS/CE) with 9+ years relevant experience; or Graduate degree with 7+ years; or 13+ years without a degree

• Security+ or DoD IAT Level II certification, or ability to obtain within 6 months of accepting the position

Benefits

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off