Software Engineer - Expert with Security Clearance

Nightwing; Capitol Heights (MD); On-site; USD 122,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Nightwing seeks an Expert Software Engineer to provide technical leadership and advanced engineering expertise for the most complex components of the unified AMS/FIPE solution. This role operates on high-visibility, mission-critical systems, establishing engineering standards and guiding development teams.

With deep expertise in offensive cyber operations and enterprise software development, you will deliver robust, scalable solutions that meet stringent security and performance requirements

Qualifications

• 14+ years of software engineering experience with 5+ years in cyber operations.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Expert-level knowledge of distributed systems architecture.
• Extensive experience with cloud-native development and multi-cloud architectures.
• Advanced understanding of security principles and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of critical system components.
• Provide technical leadership for complex engineering challenges.
• Establish coding standards and engineering best practices.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Lead integration efforts with external systems and platforms.
• Mentor and oversee work of less senior engineers.
• Participate in technical planning and roadmap development.
• Lead security architecture implementation.
• Support critical production issues requiring deep technical expertise.
• Represent team in technical exchange meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

Distributed systems architecture

Cloud-native development

Secure coding practices

Leadership/mentorship

Offensive cyber operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Location: National Capital Region (NCR) or San Antonio, TX. Nightwing is seeking an Expert Software Engineer that provides technical leadership and advanced engineering expertise for the most complex and critical aspects of the unified AMS/FIPE solution. This position works on high-visibility mission-critical components, establishes engineering standards, and oversees technical efforts of development teams. With deep expertise in offensive cyber operations and enterprise software development, the Expert Engineer ensures the delivery of robust, scalable solutions that meet stringent security and performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and design of critical system components
• Provide technical leadership for complex engineering challenges
• Establish coding standards and engineering best practices
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting and performance optimization
• Lead integration efforts with external systems and platforms
• Mentor and oversee work of less senior engineers
• Participate in technical planning and roadmap development
• Lead security architecture implementation
• Support critical production issues requiring deep technical expertise
• Represent team in technical exchange meetings with stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 14 years of software engineering experience with 5+ years in cyber operations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent substitution)
• Expert-level knowledge of distributed systems architecture
• Deep expertise in multiple technology stacks and programming paradigms
• Extensive experience with cloud-native development and multi-cloud architectures
• Advanced understanding of security principles and secure coding practices
• Proven track record leading complex technical implementations
• Strong knowledge of offensive cyber operations mission requirements
• Experience with workflow orchestration and automation platforms
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
• Must be U.S. citizen

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.