Senior Software Programmer

Redhorse Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior Software Programmer in Arlington, VA to lead a development sprint team for the Department of Justice. This role requires active Top Secret clearance and 8+ years of software development experience. You will design and develop custom software while mentoring developers in secure coding practices. Knowledge in C#, .NET, SQL Server, and SharePoint is essential. This position offers the opportunity to influence critical national security objectives and streamline development processes.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 8+ years of professional software development experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in SharePoint administration and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing development sprint team.
• Manage the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Establish and enforce an 'automated-first' mindset.

Skills

C#

.NET

SQL Server

Agile/Scrum

SharePoint

Secure coding practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Selenium

Job description

About The Organization

Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. We’re looking for thoughtful, skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.

About The Role

Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission, we are seeking a Senior Software Programmer to lead a development sprint team for the Department of Justice. In this role, you will be a technical leader responsible for the design, development, and evolution of custom software and SharePoint-based applications that support over 2,200 endpoints. By championing an "automated-first" mindset, you will streamline the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and ensure the rapid delivery of secure, high-performing code. This is an opportunity to mentor developers and directly influence the technology stack supporting critical national security objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing development sprint team in the design, development, and maintenance of custom software and SharePoint-based applications
• Manage the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), converting complex user stories and high-level requirements into functional, secure code
• Establish and enforce an "automated-first" mindset across the development team to minimize manual intervention and increase deployment speed
• Perform rigorous code reviews for mid-level developers to ensure code quality, maintainability, and security
• Provide expert-level Tier 2 and Tier 3 application support for a user base of 2,200+ endpoints
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine requirements and provide technical guidance on the feasibility of proposed software solutions
• Ensure all software development adheres to secure coding practices designed to mitigate Insider Threats

Required Experience/Clearance

• Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI eligibility (DOJ Adjudicated)
• 8+ years of professional software development experience
• Advanced proficiency in C#, .NET, and SQL Server
• Extensive experience working within Agile/Scrum methodologies using tools like Jira or Azure DevOps
• Demonstrated expertise in SharePoint administration and the development of custom SharePoint-based tools
• Deep understanding of secure coding practices and frameworks to protect sensitive government data

Desired Experience

• Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium or similar frameworks
• Familiarity with litigation support tools, including Relativity or Everlaw
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience leading technical teams in a government or high-security environment

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Redhorse Corporation shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorse’s changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorse’s sole discretion.

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