Software Developer (Expert)

Digitailor; Virginia; On-site; USD 151,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

NS2 Mission is seeking an Expert Software Developer to work on complex enterprise applications in Northern Virginia. The role involves designing, developing, and sustaining software solutions that meet evolving mission objectives while guiding development practices across teams.

You will own significant development efforts from concept through implementation. The ideal candidate is technically versatile, adaptable, and capable of leading across multiple projects within a security-conscious

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple programming languages, frameworks, and application technologies.
• Ability to mentor developers and contribute to engineering best practices.
• Experience with federal government, intelligence community, or DoD programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to design, development, modification, and maintenance of enterprise applications.
• Analyze requirements and translate user needs into scalable software solutions.
• Create architecture diagrams and technical models to guide development.
• Develop and maintain databases supporting enterprise applications and data access.
• Provide technical direction and support across all phases of the software lifecycle.

Skills

Programming languages

Frameworks

Application technologies

Mentoring

Tools

Database design

System diagrams

Job description

Bring your software engineering expertise to complex technical challenges supporting critical mission objectives. As an Expert Software Developer in Northern Virginia , you'll play a key role in designing, developing, and enhancing enterprise applications and software solutions that support evolving customer and operational requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute across multiple areas of software engineering, from analyzing business needs and designing application architecture to developing software, managing databases, and supporting testing and deployment activities. You'll collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver solutions that improve operational efficiency while providing technical guidance and helping shape development practices across the team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, technically versatile, and comfortable taking ownership of complex development efforts from concept through implementation and sustainment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to the design, development, modification, and maintenance of enterprise applications and specialized software solutions. Design and develop web-based applications that address user requirements, business needs, and mission objectives. Analyze functional requirements and translate user needs into scalable, maintainable software solutions. Develop application architecture, technical models, and system diagrams to guide software design and implementation. Customize and enhance existing applications to improve functionality, performance, and overall operational efficiency. Design, develop, and maintain databases supporting enterprise applications, including data structures, integrations, and application-level data access. Support website and web application development throughout the lifecycle, including design, deployment, maintenance, testing, and quality assurance. Evaluate software functionality and performance through testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities. Provide technical guidance and development support across all phases of the software development lifecycle. Prepare technical analyses, project documentation, and reports outlining software specifications, development activities, project progress, and status. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, technical leadership, and customer stakeholders to identify challenges and develop effective solutions. Provide technical direction, knowledge sharing, and guidance to less-experienced developers and analysts. Apply software engineering expertise across multiple projects, programs, or technical initiatives as organizational needs evolve.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working across multiple programming languages, development frameworks, and application technologies. Background designing and developing complex enterprise web applications. Familiarity with database management systems, data modeling, and application integration. Experience developing technical architecture diagrams, application models, and software design documentation. Knowledge of software testing methodologies, quality assurance practices, and deployment processes. Experience supporting multiple programs or projects and adapting technical solutions to different customer requirements. Demonstrated ability to mentor developers, provide technical recommendations, and contribute to engineering best practices. Experience supporting Federal Government, Intelligence Community, or Department of Defense programs. Ability to research emerging technologies and evaluate opportunities to improve application development and operational efficiency. Position Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI FSP Salary and Benefits Information: The salary range for this position is $151,323.00 to $205,577.00. The proposed range is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, location, and contractual considerations and may fall outside of the stated range. We offer a great benefits package designed to support you and your family. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S security clearance which requires U.S citizenship. We win with inclusion NS2 Mission's culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At NS2 Mission, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.