Senior Software Developer

VT Group (VTG); Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

VT Group (VTG) is seeking a Senior Software Developer with strong security engineering expertise to design, develop, test, and deploy secure Windows applications and services. You will work in an agile environment across cross-functional teams to address a broad range of IT issues while safeguarding customer assets.

The role requires a TS clearance with polygraph, 6+ years of software development, and proficiency in .NET, C++, Python, PowerShell, and cloud platforms, plus experience with GitHub,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 6 years of software development experience.
• Proficiency with .NET (C#, WPF/XAML, C++), Web (ASP.NET MVC Web API, HTML/CSS), Python, PowerShell.
• Experience developing Windows applications, Windows services, and web services on IIS.
• Experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• Experience using GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, and Confluence.
• Familiarity with Secure Token Service (STS) and DataHound.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure Windows applications and services using .NET, WPF/XAML, C++, ASP.NET Web API, HTML/CSS, Python, and PowerShell with IIS integration.

Skills

Top Secret Clearance

Security-focused development

.NET development

C#/WPF/XAML

C++

ASP.NET Web API

Python

PowerShell

AWS / Azure

CI/CD

Agile

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Tools

GitHub

Jira

Jenkins

Confluence

IIS

AWS

Azure

DataHound

STS

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a versatile Senior Software Developer with expertise in secure software engineering. The ideal candidate will combine technical proficiency in development tools and cyber security. The candidate will work in an agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address a broad range of IT issues while safeguarding customer assets.

We are seeking a versatile Senior Software Developer with expertise in secure software engineering. The ideal candidate will combine technical proficiency in development tools and cyber security. The candidate will work in an agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to address a broad range of IT issues while safeguarding customer assets.

What will you do?

• Design, develop, test, and deploy secure Windows applications, services, and web services using .NET (C#, WPF/XAML, C++), ASP.NET MVC Web API, HTML/CSS, Python, and PowerShell, ensuring integration with IIS and adherence to secure coding standards.
• Develop and automate scripts using PowerShell for system administration, problem-solving, and security-related tasks, such as monitoring and mitigating vulnerabilities in Windows environments.
• Manage cloud-based solutions on AWS and Azure, incorporating security best practices for deployment and access controls.
• Utilize tools like GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, and Confluence for version control, issue tracking, continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD), and documentation, while ensuring secure configurations.
• Working with customer-specific IT tools, including Secure Token Service (STS) and DataHound, to integrate secure authentication and data management into applications.
• Participate in Agile methodologies and ceremonies (e.g. sprints, stand-ups, retrospectives) to deliver features iteratively.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including requirements gathering, design documents, technical writing, and A&A artifacts (e.g. security plans, test reports, and authorization packages).

Do you have what it takes?

• Must have a Top Secret Clearance with Polygraph
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in software development
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency with .NET (C#, WPF/XAML, C++), Web (ASP.NET MVC Web API, HTML/CSS), Python, PowerShell
• Proficiency with developing Windows Applications, Windows Services, and Web Services on IIS
• Experience working with AWS and Azure
• Experience using GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, and Confluence
• Proficiency with Secure Token Service (STS) and DataHound (customer-specific IT tools)
• Experience with Microsoft PowerBI
• Familiarity with Windows System Administration and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including configuring and deploying to IIS.
• Experience with requirements gathering, creation of design documentation, and technical writing

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with the Agile methodology and ceremonies
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, issue-diverse IT landscape