Software Engineer

Footbridge Federal; Florida; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Footbridge Federal is seeking a mid-level software engineer on-site in New York to develop and sustain mission-critical applications. You will work with Java, Python, and Perl, participate in Agile ceremonies, and contribute to testing, debugging, and code reviews to ensure system reliability.

Ideal candidates have TS/SCI clearance, experience in Agile environments, and strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Mid-level professional experience in software engineering or development.
• Hands-on programming with Java, Python, and Perl.
• Experience in an Agile development environment.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, version control, and engineering best practices.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and sustain mission-critical software applications.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, demos).
• Conduct unit and integration testing for quality and reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Perform peer code reviews and maintain documentation.

Skills

Java

Python

Perl

Agile

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Git

CI/CD

DevSecOps

Linux/Unix

Job description

• Create, modify, and sustain mission-critical software applications using Java, Python, and Perl.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, and technical demonstrations.
• Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure high software quality and system reliability.
• Diagnose and resolve software defects, integration challenges, and performance bottlenecks.
• Perform peer code reviews and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and configuration records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, security specialists, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Mid-level professional experience in software engineering or development.
• Hands-on programming experience with Java, Python, and Perl.
• Proven experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, version control, and engineering best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and collaborative communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related technical field.
• Experience working on classified programs for federal or defense customers.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control tools.
• Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
• Development experience in Linux or Unix environments.
• Knowledge of API integration, databases, or distributed systems.

Required Skills

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Mid-level professional experience in software engineering or development.
• Hands-on programming experience with Java, Python, and Perl.
• Proven experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycles, version control, and engineering best practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and collaborative communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related technical field.
• Experience working on classified programs for federal or defense customers.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control tools.
• Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices.
• Development experience in Linux or Unix environments.
• Knowledge of API integration, databases, or distributed systems.

Security Clearance

• Level: TS/SCI

Work Arrangement: On-site

• Health and Financial Foundation - Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits - PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development - The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.

About Footbridge

Mission

Footbridge Federal delivers engineering, cyber, mission IT, analytics, and cleared program support for defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland security, and research missions.

Culture

Mission Context Matters

Candidates should expect work tied to defense, intelligence, federal civilian, homeland, and research missions rather than generic commercial delivery.

Small-Team Accountability

The culture copy emphasizes ownership, communication, and practical execution across teams that work close to customers and program outcomes.

Growth With Technical Credibility

Career content supports hands-on technical growth, certifications, internal mobility, and program leadership without forcing one career track.

Benefits & why work here

• Health and Financial Foundation: Medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts are described in the benefits page.
• Time Away and Flexibility Where Mission Permits: PTO, holidays, sick time, military leave, and flexible arrangements are supported where program and security requirements allow.
• Professional Development: The site references certification support, training, conferences, mentorship, internal mobility, and individual development planning.