Senior Software Engineer

Chenega Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Chenega Corporation is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Arlington, VA, to lead the design and implementation of software features for classified systems. This role involves collaborating with architecture, security, and operations teams to develop scalable solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and over 5 years of relevant experience, including work in classified environments, strong cloud and web development skills, and an active Secret clearance.

Chenega offers opportunities for professional development and a broad range of benefits for personal well-being.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant software and application development experience.
• 2+ years in a classified environment.
• Experience with cloud platforms and modern web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of software features.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure technical specifications.
• Support Agile development processes and sprint planning.

Skills

Project implementation and deployment

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Java (or .NET), Python frameworks

Modern web development (JavaScript, React, Angular)

Monolithic and microservices architecture

DevSecOps practices

Proficiency with networking systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

IAT level II certification

Active Secret clearance

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Java

Python

Job description

Summary

Senior Software Engineer – Arlington, VA

Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Join Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) and contribute to the design and development of scalable classified/unclassified systems. In this role, you will focus on the design and implementation of high-performance software and application systems, collaborating closely with architecture, security, and operations teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with business objectives and ensure engineering excellence throughout the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of new software features and system improvements from concept to deployment.
• Define and implement architecture decisions for backend, frontend, and/or cloud infrastructure systems to ensure scalability and performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business requirements into actionable technical specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship through code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in systems engineering, including testing, code quality, and maintainability.
• Support Agile development processes by contributing to sprint planning, estimation, and iterative delivery.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to maintain a modern and efficient engineering workflow.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure proper documentation, training, and knowledge transfer for ongoing software and application maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience OR
• High school diploma or GED equivalent with 12+ years of relevant experience.
• 4+ years of software and application development experience, including 2+ years working in a classified and air‑gapped environment.
• IAT level II required.
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successfully pass background and drug screening.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of classified/unclassified system architecture, data structures, and algorithms.
• Strong expertise in project implementation and deployment, including end-to-end development of software and applications, hardware deployment and configuration, and networking requirements.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD practices for streamlined development and deployment workflows.
• Java (or .NET), Python frameworks, and programming skills.
• Modern web development skills with JavaScript, TypeScript frameworks or libraries, including React, Angular, CSS, and 508 compliance.
• Monolithic and microservices architecture design.
• Strong relational database and ETL skills.
• DevSecOps experience.
• Cloud workflow automation.
• Experience working with multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• In-depth understanding of networking requirements, network hardening, and networking systems such as routers, switches, and network taps.
• Proven experience in implementing configuration changes to enhance system and application security.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability management, system STIGing, RMF, and ATO lifecycle best practices.
• Expertise in security principles, including network security and endpoint security.
• Demonstrated success in building and scaling web or mobile applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.

How you’ll grow

Chenega MIOS’s professional development plan focuses on helping team members at every level identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. Opportunities include hands‑on experience in a global, fast‑changing business world, on‑the‑job learning experiences, and formal development programs.

Benefits

Chenega MIOS offers a broad range of benefits designed to support career growth and personal well‑being.