Software Developer, Senior (TS/SCI)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage (Aetna)

401(k) match

Travel incentives

PTO + holidays

Training allowance

Book allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Praescient Analytics in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to design, code, test, and integrate secure software across frontend, backend, and full‑stack components within classified environments. You will contribute to Agile development, CI/CD, and enterprise integrations while delivering scalable solutions for enterprise programs and innovation initiatives.

Must have Active TS/SCI clearance, 10+ years of experience, Master’s or equivalent with DoD certifications, US

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Minimum 10 years of professional software development experience.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• US Citizenship Required.
• Or, Bachelor’s degree in a related field with one of the following certifications: CASP+, CISSP-ISSAP, or AWS Professional Certification.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate secure software applications in Agile environments.
• Build frontend, backend, and full-stack components and APIs.
• Develop Power BI dashboards for operational visibility.
• Automate business processes with Power Automate and related tools.
• Lead rapid prototype efforts and support strategic initiatives.
• Participate in sprint planning and backlog refinement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
• Integrate apps with enterprise systems and API development.
• Maintain CI/CD deployment processes and configuration management.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

TypeScript

RESTful APIs

Agile

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Power BI

Power Automate

AWS

Secure coding

Enterprise integration

Classified networks

Education

Master's degree in CS/SE/IS

Bachelor's + CASP+/ CISSP-ISSAP/ AWS Pro cert

Bachelor's + AWS Certification

Tools

RESTful API development

CI/CD pipelines

DevSecOps environments

Power BI dashboards

Power Automate

AWS (cloud)

Job description

Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI Clearance
Employment Type: Full-Time (W-2 or 1099)

Position Overview

The Senior Software Developer builds and delivers secure, scalable software solutions that support enterprise programs and innovation initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, coding, testing, and integrating frontend, backend, and full-stack components while adhering to Agile development methodologies and CI/CD best practices within classified environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate secure software applications in Agile environments.
• Build frontend, backend, and full-stack components including user interfaces, APIs, automation logic, and data workflows.
• Develop interactive dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI to enhance operational visibility and decision‑making.
• Automate business processes using platforms such as Power Automate and related enterprise tools.
• Build proof‑of‑concept systems to validate innovation concepts and assess technical feasibility.
• Lead rapid solution prototyping efforts to support strategic initiatives.
• Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, estimation sessions, and iterative delivery cycles.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable software solutions.
• Integrate applications with enterprise systems, supporting API development and data exchange mechanisms.
• Maintain adherence to configuration management standards and CI/CD deployment processes.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance (required)
• Minimum 10 years of professional software development experience
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical field
• US Citizenship Required

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus one of the following certifications:
  • CASP+
  • CISSP‑ISSAP
  • AWS Professional Certification (Solutions Architect Professional, DevOps Engineer Professional, or equivalent)

Technical Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar)
• Experience with RESTful API development and enterprise system integration
• Hands‑on experience with Agile methodologies and iterative delivery models
• Experience working within CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps environments
• Experience with Power BI dashboard development
• Experience with Power Automate or similar workflow automation platforms
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles
• Experience supporting enterprise‑scale systems and operational analytics initiatives
• Experience operating within classified or secure government networks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community programs
• Experience with rapid prototyping and innovation labs
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture principles
• Experience integrating analytics‑driven features into operational systems

Benefits

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, company‑paid Aetna Health Care Medical coverage (company pays 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