Senior Software Developer (Low Code/ No Code)
Parsons
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Parsons seeks a Senior Software Developer to design and implement software across multiple languages for Drone Armor C-UAS programs. Lead components, evaluate low code/no code usage, and ensure secure, maintainable solutions in mission-critical systems.
The role requires a strong background in languages like Python/C++/Java, cloud and container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes), and experience with DoD-related software environments. A Secret clearance and US citizenship are required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related technical discipline with 5 years of experience OR 8 years of relevant software development experience may substitute for education.
- Experience creating logical and functional software code in multiple programming languages.
- Experience articulating benefits/risks of different coding languages in various environments.
- Experience reacting to software problems and correcting programs in complex or mission-critical systems.
- Experience designing, configuring, or integrating solutions using low code/no code platforms or workflow automation tools, particularly when combined with custom software components.
Responsibilities
- Create logical and functional software code in a variety of programming languages to support Drone Armor capabilities.
- Lead the design and implementation of software components, services, and interfaces based on system and mission requirements.
- Identify opportunities to use low code/no code platforms to accelerate development, prototyping, and workflow automation while maintaining required security and performance.
- Integrate low code/no code solutions with custom-developed services, APIs, and data sources in a secure, maintainable manner.
- Ensure solutions are robust, secure, maintainable, and aligned with program architecture and coding standards.
- Understand and articulate the benefits and risks associated with different coding languages and frameworks in various functional environments.
- Evaluate and recommend the use of low code/no code tools versus custom development based on mission needs, complexity, lifecycle, and integration requirements.
- Provide technical guidance to developers on language and framework selection, coding practices, low code/no code usage patterns, and architectural decisions.
- React to software problems quickly and effectively, correcting code and related configurations as necessary.
- Debug complex issues across multiple layers and environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues between low code/no code components and custom-developed software, data services, and external systems.
- Support and refine unit, integration, and system-level tests to validate functionality and prevent regressions.
- Serve as a senior technical resource within the development team, mentoring junior and mid-level developers.
- Coach team members on the effective and secure use of low code/no code platforms within the broader system architecture.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, test engineers, and field personnel to resolve issues and improve system performance.
- Contribute to technical reviews, design walkthroughs, and continuous improvement of development practices.
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Parsons is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. The Senior Developer will design and implement logical, functional software code across multiple programming languages, make informed technology choices for different environments, leverage low code/no code platforms where appropriate, and rapidly diagnose and correct complex software issues in mission-critical systems.
- Create logical and functional software code in a variety of programming languages to support Drone Armor capabilities
- Lead the design and implementation of software components, services, and interfaces based on system and mission requirements
- Identify opportunities to use low code/no code platforms to accelerate development, prototyping, and workflow automation while maintaining required security and performance
- Integrate low code/no code solutions with custom-developed services, APIs, and data sources in a secure, maintainable manner
- Ensure solutions are robust, secure, maintainable, and aligned with program architecture and coding standards
- Understand and articulate the benefits and risks associated with different coding languages and frameworks in various functional environments
- Evaluate and recommend the use of low code/no code tools versus custom development based on mission needs, complexity, lifecycle, and integration requirements
- Recommend appropriate languages, tools, low code/no code platforms, and design patterns based on performance, security, maintainability, and integration needs
- Provide technical guidance to developers on language and framework selection, coding practices, low code/no code usage patterns, and architectural decisions
- React to software problems quickly and effectively, correcting code and related configurations as necessary
- Debug complex issues across multiple layers (application, service, interface, data) and environments (development, integration, field)
- Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues between low code/no code components and custom-developed software, data services, and external systems
- Support and refine unit, integration, and system-level tests to validate functionality and prevent regressions across both custom and low code/no code solutions
- Serve as a senior technical resource within the development team, mentoring junior and mid-level developers
- Coach team members on the effective and secure use of low code/no code platforms within the broader system architecture
- Collaborate with systems engineers, test engineers, and field personnel to resolve issues and improve system performance
- Contribute to technical reviews, design walkthroughs, and continuous improvement of development practices
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline is required with 5 years of experience OR
- 8 years of relevant software development experience may be substituted for education
- Experience creating logical and functional software code in multiple programming languages
- Experience understanding and clearly articulating the benefits and risks of different coding languages in different functional environments
- Experience reacting to software problems and correcting programs as necessary in complex or mission-critical systems
- Experience designing, configuring, or integrating solutions using low code/no code platforms or workflow automation tools, particularly when combined with custom software components
- Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Java, C#, Go, or similar), with working knowledge of others
- Strong grasp of software engineering best practices, including design patterns, code reviews, version control, and CI/CD workflows
- Demonstrated ability to integrate low code/no code applications with APIs, databases, and external services in secure environments
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects efficiently
- Strong analytical and communication skills, capable of explaining technical trade-offs—including when to use low code/no code versus custom code—to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Must be a US Citizen
- SECRET security clearance
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
- Relevant certificates in software architecture, cloud platforms, low code/no code platforms, or DevSecOps
- Experience supporting DoD, defense, or C-UAS-related software systems
- Experience with distributed, real-time, or high-availability systems
- Experience designing governance, security, and lifecycle approaches for low code/no code applications in enterprise or mission environments
- Experience with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and cloud-native development
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and modern issue tracking/ALM tools
- Experience with integration technologies commonly used alongside low code/no code platforms (e.g., REST APIs, message queues, ETL/ESB tools)
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.
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: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
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, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
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.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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