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Windows Software Engineer, Senior

Parsons Open
Remote Any Location Full-time Senior Software Engineering

At a glance

Senior Software Engineering role at Parsons. Remote, United States · full-time · $112,200–$196,400 base.

SalaryStated by Parsons
$112,200 – $196,400
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from ParsonsOur estimate for the market: $155,725–$174,613Median $166,500
The range includes the market median of $166,500 for senior software engineering roles in Any Location, compared against the Any Location market.
Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median $166,500. Last updated Oct 23, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationAny Location
WorkplaceRemote
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$112,200–$196,400
PostedSep 17, 2026
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Build software for security, vulnerability research, reverse engineering and product development
  • Maintain low-level Windows applications and operating-system work for software protection and host security tools
  • Assess system designs, choose development tools, then test and debug software to support performance
  • Help customers extend existing software and create new capabilities, including through rapid-response development
  • Work with an Agile team, communicate with customers and support colleagues’ growth through mentoring

What you bring

  • At least eight years in software engineering, including five or more focused on Windows
  • Proficiency in C and C++, plus experience developing Windows CNO tools, implants or exploits
  • A computer science or related technical degree, or enough additional experience in its place
  • U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Who this fits

This senior role suits a Windows engineer with low-level development experience in security, vulnerability research or reverse engineering. The job is remote, with quarterly travel expected; candidates near Centreville, Herndon, Columbia, Augusta or San Antonio are of particular interest.

From the employer

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Windows Software Engineer to join our team! In this role you'll be challenged in a way that will keep you on the cutting edge of cyber development. Parsons works on top level cyber development projects for national defense programs - imagine the possibilities to make an impact.

Parsons is especially interested in candidates in Centreville, VA; Herndon, VA; Columbia, MD; Augusta, GA; or San Antonio, TX; but remote candidates will also be considered. Quarterly travel is expected.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Design and develop innovative software code for new tools and capabilities in areas related to computer security, vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and product development

  • Develop and maintain low-level application and operating system projects related to software protection and host-based personal security tools

  • Review system architecture, and select and implement appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance, as well as test and debug related software

  • Provide our customers expertise to leverage their existing software and create new capabilities

  • Be involved in quick reaction development with opportunities for customer interaction

  • Collaborate with a team that is focused on developing superior products and encouraging the career growth of its members

  • Be a customer focused self-starter, eager to learn as well as mentor and excel at collaborating in Agile teams

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field; additional experience may suffice in lieu of degree

  • Minimum 8+ years Software Engineering experience

  • C/C++ proficiency

  • Strong Windows foundation/knowledge – minimum 5+ years of experience

  • Experience with CNO Windows development in the form of tools/implant or exploit development.

  • Experience with Windows VR/RE

  • Experience with Windows APIs (win32, Windows Native)

  • Experience with networking protocol analysis and socket programming on Windows

  • Familiarity with Git

  • Ability to generate accurate documentation for developed software

  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a remote team

  • U.S. Citizenship is required with ability to obtain a TS/SCI

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Python proficiency

  • Experience supporting US Government CNO missions

  • Assembly programming and analysis (of any major architecture)

  • Experience working with debuggers and disassemblers

  • Strong understanding of low-level operating system internals and drivers

  • Experience with both kernel and userland debugging

  • Familiarity with modern development environments and practices including CI/CD

  • Active TS/SCI

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

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