Senior Software Engineer/System Engineer
At a glance
Senior Software Engineering role at Red Arch Solutions. Fort Meade · full-time · $220,000–$230,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build encryption libraries and key-management services, and move code from lower to higher classification levels
- Turn solution designs into working systems through team planning, documentation, testing and defect fixes
- Guide daily project work, contribute to planning and share progress updates
- Use your software development management experience to support project delivery
What you bring
- At least twelve years of work experience, with a computer science degree or related qualification, or eight years of equivalent experience
- Eight or more years developing Java applications for both Linux and Windows
- At least five years in cryptography, including a solid grasp of key management
- An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, plus experience in C or C++ and another high-level language
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer who can lead technical delivery while collaborating with project teams and clients. You’ll need an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
From the employer
Required Qualifications:
- 12+ years of working experience
- BS computer science or related field (or 8 years of equivalent work experience)
- Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport with team members and clients
- Experience with C or C++
- 8 or more years experience with Java development on both Linux and Windows platforms
- Proficiency in at least one additional high-level language, preferably Python, Go, or Rust; Javascript desired
- 5 or more years of Cryptographic experience, with a good understanding of key management
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph
- Experience as a contractor in the Intelligence Community.
- Lead changes to build Encryption Libraries and Key Management Services & experience with migration of code from Low to High.
- Establish and apply best practices, to ensure successful implementation of solution designs through collaborative project team communication, planning documentation, system testing, and defect resolution.
- Manage day-to-day efforts toward project accomplishments.
- Participate in project planning and project status communications.
- 8 or more years experience with modern software development management
- Understanding of Agile methodology
- 5 or more years of experience with REST APIs
- 2 years experience with cloud platforms, tools, and administration
- Experience in Docker and Kubernetes experience.
- Strong analytical troubleshooting and performance evaluation skills.
- Must be an effective team member with strong communications skills and the ability to follow-through, stay motivated, and collaborate with all team members.
- Ability to work in a matrix environment and partner with virtual teams
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative
- Ability to work under pressure and manage to tight deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
Salary range for this position: $220,000-$230,000 #CJ
The Red Arch Solutions pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
Red Arch Solutions Benefits Snapshot:
- 100% paid employee healthcare premiums. CareFirst Advantage Best in Class Benefits.
- HaloScripts Concierge prescription medication service
- Generous PTO.
- 10 % 401K 6% match vested day one and up to 4% profit sharing contribution.
- Annualized bonus compensation.
- Spot bonuses for hard work.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- 529 College Saving Plan.
- College Loan Pay Back Program.
- 11 Paid Federal Holidays
- Generous Referral Bonuses.
Red Arch Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Have more questions about Red Arch? Email us at Careers@RedArchSolutions.com
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