Software Developer, Senior- Army (TS/SCI)

Praescient Analytics; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid healthcare

401(k) with company match

Travel & performance incentives

3 weeks paid time off plus federal hol

$5,000 annual training allowance

$500 book allowance

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support the U.S. Army with design, development, and integration of mission‑critical software systems. The candidate should have a strong background in software engineering and systems integration to translate complex requirements into scalable, secure solutions.

This role requires a high level of technical expertise, problem‑solving ability, and collaboration within cross‑functional teams supporting Army intelligence and IT systems.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance (required; no exceptions).
• 8+ years of experience in software design and development.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#, or similar).
• Experience developing, testing, and integrating software in a DoD or IC environment.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, system architectures, and networked systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative technical team.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop computer and network software, specialized utilities, and mission applications.
• Analyze user requirements to develop efficient and reliable software solutions.
• Apply advanced principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematics to optimize system performance.
• Enhance and maintain existing software systems, incorporating updates and capability improvements.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems and establish performance specifications.
• Develop and integrate IT solutions that align with customer mission needs and technical standards.
• Facilitate collaboration, development, integration, and testing activities within the software lifecycle.
• Design and build product deliverables in accordance with technical specifications and schedule requirements.
• Escalate complex technical issues to task managers and propose effective solutions.
• Deliver software that meets defined requirements for quality, security, scalability, and maintainability.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline

Job description

Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance Required: TS/SCI minimum (US Citizen)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Software Developer, Senior to support the U.S. Army with the design, development, and integration of mission‑critical software systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, computer science, and systems integration—capable of translating complex requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions.

This position requires a high level of technical expertise, problem‑solving ability, and a collaborative mindset to work within cross‑functional teams supporting Army intelligence and IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop computer and network software, specialized utilities, and mission applications.
• Analyze user requirements to develop efficient and reliable software solutions.
• Apply advanced principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematics to optimize system performance.
• Enhance and maintain existing software systems, incorporating updates and capability improvements.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems and establish performance specifications.
• Develop and integrate IT solutions that align with customer mission needs and technical standards.
• Facilitate collaboration, development, integration, and testing activities within the software lifecycle.
• Design and build product deliverables in accordance with technical specifications and schedule requirements.
• Escalate complex technical issues to task managers and propose effective solutions.
• Deliver software that meets defined requirements for quality, security, scalability, and maintainability.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance (required; no exceptions).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline.
• At least 8+ years of experience in software design and development.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++, C#, or similar).
• Experience developing, testing, and integrating software in a DoD or IC environment.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles, system architectures, and networked systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative technical team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Army or DoD intelligence missions.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and STIG compliance.
• Knowledge of cloud computing, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Database development experience (SQL, PostgreSQL, or similar).
• Agile development experience and familiarity with DevSecOps tools and workflows.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive, company‑paid healthcare for you (we pay your premiums and deductibles).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Travel & performance incentives.
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus federal holidays).
• $5,000 annual training allowance.
• $500 book allowance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.