411 - Software Engineer with Security Clearance

ARSIEM Corporation; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

ARSIEM Corporation in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a Software Engineer to join the Space, Weapons, and Technical Intelligence (SWaT) mission. You will collaborate with mission stakeholders, developers, and analysts to deliver automation and robust software for critical government workloads.

Candidates must be proficient in Python and C++, bring Agile software practices, and hold a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. Bachelor's plus 5 years of relevant experience and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Python and C++ with strong software engineering fundamentals.
• Experience applying Agile practices, sprint planning, and unit tests.
• Experience deploying portable software for mission use.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and analysts to deliver automated software for mission workflows.

Skills

Python

C++

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

GitLab

Docker

Job description

Software Engineer / Developer – 0005-0023

Location: Ft. Meade, MD.

Contract: Full-time / On-site.

About ARSIEM Corporation

At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSIEM has an experienced workforce of qualified professionals committed to providing the best possible support. As demand increases, ARSIEM continues to provide reliable and cutting-edge technical solutions at the best value to our clients. That means a career packed with opportunities to grow and the ability to have an impact on every client you work with.

Job Overview

ARSIEM is looking for a motivated Software Engineer to join the Space, Weapons, and Technical Intelligence (SWaT) mission. The SWE will collaborate directly with mission stakeholders, developers, and analysts to innovate and automate tradecraft and technical solutions that deliver immediate operational impact to mission workflows. This position will support one of our government clients in Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep insight into adversary weapons systems and networks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Python, C++ programming ability a must, in addition to proficiency with overall software engineering principles, to include sprint planning (Agile), unit tests, and ultimately developing useful and portable code to deploy and integrate.


• Bachelor's degree plus 5-years of relevant experience or equivalent. Proficiency with Python, C++, Jira, Gitlab, Docker.

Salary: $126,000 - $141,000 a year

The ARSIEM pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other laws.

Benefits

For an overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab. https://www.arsiem.com/careers/

Original Posting Date: 2026-09-18

Clearance Requirement: This position requires an active TS/SCI with a polygraph.

You must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

Candidate Referral

Do you know someone who would be GREAT at this role? If you do, ARSIEM has a way for you to earn a bonus through our referral program for persons presenting NEW (not in our resume database) candidates who are successfully placed on one of our projects. The bonus for this position is $10,000, and the referrer is eligible to receive the sum for any applicant we can place within 12 months of referral. The bonus is paid after the referred employee reaches six months of employment.

ARSIEM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.