Senior Software Engineer Lead — TS/SCI Clearance

TAP Engineering

Hanover (MD)

On-site

USD 134,000 - 162,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (15–25 days annually)
Retirement (up to 15% employer contribution)
Free medical insurance for employees
Tuition reimbursement (up to $36,000 annually)

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Hanover, MD, seeks a Software Engineer Level 3 to lead the design and development of complex software systems. Applicants must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and 20+ years of experience in software engineering. Key responsibilities include leading system architecture and collaborating with multiple teams to deliver high-quality solutions. This role offers a competitive salary range of $134,000 to $162,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
  • 20+ years of experience in software engineering roles.
  • Expert-level experience with programming languages like C, C++, Java, or Python.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of advanced algorithms.
  • Integrate software into new or existing systems.
  • Design, develop, and enhance complex software systems.

Skills

C
C++
C#
Java
Python
DevOps tools
CI/CD tools
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
24 years relevant experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Docker
Terraform
Ansible
Packer
Jenkins
Bamboo

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Hanover, MD, seeks a Software Engineer Level 3 to lead the design and development of complex software systems. Applicants must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and 20+ years of experience in software engineering. Key responsibilities include leading system architecture and collaborating with multiple teams to deliver high-quality solutions. This role offers a competitive salary range of $134,000 to $162,000 based on experience.
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