Senior Software Engineer for High-Impact Systems

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

Job summary

NSA seeks experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python and more. The role involves modern tooling, CI/CD, containers, Kubernetes, AWS, and security-focused development in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

Candidates should have a CS/SE degree with foundational CS coursework, strong problem-solving skills, and a record of collaboration in teams. Transcripts are requested during application.

Qualifications

• The position requires a CS or Software Engineering degree with foundational CS coursework.
• Experience across software development lifecycle and programming.
• Ability to work on varied tech stacks and critical-thinking duties.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-impact systems and teams across multiple tech domains.
• Engage in CI/CD, containers, cloud services, and security-focused tasks.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior engineers as needed.

Skills

Strong mathematics

Algorithms

Data structures

Programming in C/C++

Python

Java

Security concepts

Teamwork

Leadership

Independent learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GitLab

Pyspark

Python

Java

C/C++

Job description

NSA seeks experienced Software Engineers to advance high-impact systems across COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python and more. The role involves modern tooling, CI/CD, containers, Kubernetes, AWS, and security-focused development in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

Candidates should have a CS/SE degree with foundational CS coursework, strong problem-solving skills, and a record of collaboration in teams. Transcripts are requested during application.