Software Engineer

Stealth Startup; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Stealth Startup in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Software Engineer to support mission-critical software development in a highly secure environment. This on-site role requires a TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph and crossover eligibility.

You will work with Microsoft and web-based technologies, collaborate with project managers and other developers, and contribute to software design, development, and maintenance in a secure setting.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) is required.
• Candidates must be crossover eligible.
• Previous experience in software development, computer engineering, or a related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and develop effective software solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers and product owners to understand and meet technical specifications.
• Recommend software upgrades and improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with other developers to design, develop, and optimize software.
• Document programming tasks, processes, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues and bugs.
• Perform routine software maintenance and enhancements.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance FS Polygraph

C# / Java / C++

Crossover eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Visual Studio

MySQL

Oracle

SQL Server

Job description

Software Engineer – TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Location: Chantilly, VA — On-Site

Salary: $125,000–$250,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a Software Engineer to support mission-critical software development initiatives in a highly secure environment. The ideal candidate will have prior software development or computer engineering experience and be comfortable working with modern Microsoft and web-based technologies.

Active/recent TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly) is required. Candidates must be crossover eligible.

Required Qualifications

• Current or recent TS/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FS Poly)
• Must be crossover eligible
• Previous experience in software development, computer engineering, or a related technical field
• Ability to work on-site in Chantilly, VA

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C#, Java, C++, or other programming languages
• Familiarity with relational databases such as MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements and develop effective software solutions
• Collaborate with project managers and product owners to understand and meet technical specifications
• Recommend software upgrades and improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Work closely with other developers to design, develop, and optimize software
• Document programming tasks, processes, and procedures
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues and bugs
• Perform routine software maintenance and enhancements

Compensation

$125,000–$250,000 annual salary, depending on experience and qualifications.

Important: This is an on-site position in Chantilly, VA and is not remote. A TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is a mandatory requirement.