Software Developer

The Ed Wallach Search Group; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ed Wallach Search Group in Sarasota, FL is seeking a motivated software developer to support modernization and sustainment of mission-critical applications for the Intelligence Community. You will work across both modernized and legacy environments with a focus on Java and C++ development.

The ideal candidate has 2–10 years of experience and will join a team of engineers in a collaborative, employee-owned environment, with a TS clearance requirement for the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong Java and C++ development experience; Python is a plus.
• Experience with production software systems.
• Proficient with Linux/Unix (Rocky, RHEL, or similar).
• Git version control proficiency.
• Active TS clearance required (TS/SCI preferred).

Responsibilities

• Join a small team sustaining and modernizing mission-critical software.
• Design, develop, and deploy core applications used across the IC.
• Provide Tier 1 and 2 support to dispersed customers.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux/Unix

Git

Job description

Location: Sarasota, FL

Security Clearance: TOP SECRET

We are seeking a motivated software developer to support the ongoing development, modernization, and sustainment of mission-critical applications supporting the Intelligence Community.

This role offer the opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced, employee owned engineering team.

The ideal candidate is a mid-to senior-level candidate who has strong experience with Java and C++ development, enjoys solving complex technical challenges and is comfortable working across both modernized and legacy environments.

What You’ll Do

• Join a small, experienced team responsible for sustainment, feature development, and ongoing modernization of mission-critical software and services
• Design, develop, and deploy core application used throughout the community
• Help provide tier 1 and tier 2 support to geographically disperse customers
• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery

Position Requirements

• 2–10 years of experience to help design, maintain, and support a mission-critical application. The ideal candidate brings drive, adaptability, and collaboration to a team delivering innovative software solutions for the Intelligence Community.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Strong software development experience in Java and C++ required, with additional experience in Python preferred
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems
• Proficient with Linux/Unix (Rocky, RHEL, or similar)
• Knowledge of version control using Git
• Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills
• Active TS clearance required, TS/SCI Preferred

Bonus Points

Programming & Development

• Familiarity with software testing, debugging, and performance tuning in complex multi-language environments
• Experience analyzing existing systems, understanding dependencies, and implementing changes with minimal disruption to ongoing operations

Architecture & Modernization

• Experience improving legacy applications through containerization, modular design and interface refinement with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and reduced technical debt
• Strong understanding of vertical and horizontal scaling

Security & Compliance

• Applied security best practices and compliance requirements