Senior Software Engineer - Build impactful scalable systems

CNSS • National Security Systems; Chester (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

NSA is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems and teams. The work spans COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python, cloud, containers, AWS, Linux, and more. Candidates should demonstrate strong critical thinking, collaboration, and a drive for continuous learning.

Open: 2026-08-10, Close: 2026-08-23. Minimum qualifications include a CS concentration and related software development experience; transcripts are required. Fort George G.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or Software Engineering with foundational CS coursework.
• Experience in software development lifecycle and programming.
• Senior/entry-level experience as described in qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance high-impact systems across teams.
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle with CI/CD, cloud, and container technologies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Skills

Advanced mathematics

Data structures

Algorithms

Operating systems

Computer architecture

C/C++

Python

Java

Cryptography

TLS/SSL

HSMs

Security platforms

Teamwork

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Intelligence Community experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

AWS

GitLab

Databases

Mainframe COBOL (preferred)

Job description

NSA is seeking experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems and teams. The work spans COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python, cloud, containers, AWS, Linux, and more. Candidates should demonstrate strong critical thinking, collaboration, and a drive for continuous learning.

Open: 2026-08-10, Close: 2026-08-23. Minimum qualifications include a CS concentration and related software development experience; transcripts are required. Fort George G.