Software Engineer

TECHEAD Mid Atlantic; Northern, San Diego (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a Software Engineer for a Contract-To-Hire position in San Diego, CA. The role focuses on building secure applications across unclassified and classified environments, operating within a DevSecOps pipeline using Agile/Scrum.

Responsibilities include developing secure software with Python and JavaScript, implementing secure coding practices aligned with DoD directives and DISA STIGs, designing web interfaces and APIs, supporting CI/CD in a DevSecOps flow, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent experience.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification required on day one.
• Demonstrated experience coding in Python and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain secure software applications using Python and JavaScript across unclassified and classified environments.
• Security & Compliance: Implement secure coding practices and embedded security throughout the development lifecycle per DoD directives and STIGs.
• API & Web Interface Design: Build and optimize intuitive web-based interfaces and Web Service APIs (REST, SOAP, GraphQL).
• DevSecOps & Agile Execution: Utilize Agile/Scrum, TDD, and CI/CD in a DevSecOps pipeline.
• Database & Architecture Management: Design and maintain database schemas and system architectures while addressing technical debt.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Translate user requirements into technical specs and provide integration support.

Skills

DevSecOps

Agile methodologies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract-To-Hire position – Software Engineer / San Diego CA – (JOB-22619). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.comor onGlassdoor

Job Details:

Title: Software Engineer
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $125,000 – $135,000 /per Year
Work Type: Contract-To-Hire
Work Location: On-Site

Job Description:

This role focuses on building secure applications across both unclassified and classified environments. Operating within a DevSecOps pipeline using Agile/Scrum methodologies, the position exercises technical expertise to build intuitive interfaces, optimize database schemas, and ensure embedded security compliance in alignment with DoD standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Develop and maintain secure software applications using Python, JavaScript, and other languages across unclassified and classified environments.
• Security & Compliance: Implement secure coding practices and embedded security throughout the development lifecycle in alignment with DoD directives and DISA STIGs.
• API & Web Interface Design: Build and optimize intuitive web-based interfaces and Web Service APIs (REST, SOAP, GraphQL) to aggregate multi-source data.
• DevSecOps & Agile Execution: Utilize Agile/Scrum methodologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and modular object-oriented design within a CI/CD DevSecOps pipeline.
• Database & Architecture Management: Design, publish, and maintain database schemas, dictionaries, and system architectures while proactively resolving technical debt.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with stakeholders to translate user requirements into technical specifications, provide system integration support, and author technical documentation.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems), or equivalent years of hands‑on experience.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification required on day one (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA‑Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Demonstrated experience coding in Python and JavaScript

TECHEAD’s mission is to make our on‑site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won’t strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visitwww.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.