Senior Software Engineer
Fort Meade Full-time Senior Software Engineering
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Belay Technologies. Fort Meade · full-time · $190,000–$240,000 base.
SalaryStated by Belay Technologies
$190,000 – $240,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Belay TechnologiesOur estimate for the market: $166,432–$182,725Median $175,750
Above the market median of $175,750 for senior software engineering roles in Fort Meade.
Worked out from 8 postings that stated pay, median $175,750. Last updated Oct 5, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationFort Meade
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$190,000–$240,000
PostedSep 10, 2026 · 6w ago
Role brief
techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build Python automations and agent-based AI workflows that plan tasks and use tools to improve internal operations
- Carry new tools and plugins through the development lifecycle, from early design through deployment
- Review vulnerabilities, analyze technical data, and create and document new tradecraft
- Handle customer requests and conduct outreach to customers
What you bring
- An active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph and twelve years of experience
- A technical bachelor's degree, or four additional years of experience instead
- Strong Python skills and experience applying LLMs, prompt design, and model optimization to complex problems
- Experience connecting AI to automated production pipelines, plus data handling and networking knowledge
- Knowledge of SIGINT systems, open-source research, Git, and Atlassian tools such as Jira or Confluence
Who this fits
This senior hybrid analyst/developer role suits you if you can combine Python engineering with LLM-based automation, vulnerability work, and customer interaction. The role is based in Fort Meade.
From the employer
Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2026!
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our intel team. As a hybrid Analyst/Developer, you will utilize your experience in LLM’s and AI-Integrated Python pipelines to drive mission-critical initiatives. You will be part of every aspect of the development lifecycle of new tools and plugins, from conceptualization to deployment. Your core focus will be architecting agentic Python automations, conducting vulnerability research, and analyzing complex technical data. Furthermore, you will be responsible for innovating and documenting new tradecraft and managing strategic customer outreach.
Responsibilities:
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
Skills Requirements:
Nice to Haves:
Perks and Benefits:
At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.
Salary Range: $190,000 to $240,000
Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Belay Technologies is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our intel team. As a hybrid Analyst/Developer, you will utilize your experience in LLM’s and AI-Integrated Python pipelines to drive mission-critical initiatives. You will be part of every aspect of the development lifecycle of new tools and plugins, from conceptualization to deployment. Your core focus will be architecting agentic Python automations, conducting vulnerability research, and analyzing complex technical data. Furthermore, you will be responsible for innovating and documenting new tradecraft and managing strategic customer outreach.
Responsibilities:
- Design and deploy agentic AI workflows that leverage autonomous planning and tool-use to streamline internal operations and improve system efficiency.
- Design, develop, and maintain automated workflows using Python.
- Conduct vulnerability analysis.
- Develop and document tradecraft.
- Execute on customer requests.
- Perform customer outreach.
Candidates should have the following qualifications:
- TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
- 12 yrs., B.S. in a technical discipline or 4 additional yrs. in place of B.S.
Skills Requirements:
- Deep experience leveraging LLM’s to solve complex problems, including expertise in prompt engineering and model optimization.
- Proven ability to integrate AI into automated pipelines and production workflows using API’s and orchestration tools.
- Strong Python experience.
- Data parsing/manipulation.
- Networking knowledge and protocols.
- Experience with open source research.
- Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
- Familiarity with Git.
- Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence).
Nice to Haves:
- Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations.
Perks and Benefits:
- 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program
- 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
- $5,000 annual training/tuition
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- 100% company-funded HSA
- Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
- Dental coverage including orthodontia
- Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
- Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
- Pet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!
At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.
Salary Range: $190,000 to $240,000
Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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