Software Engineer, Senior

Parsons; Virginia; On-site; USD 112,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer in the United States (Virginia) to work on cutting-edge cyber development for national defense programs. The role involves designing and building software for security tools, OS-level projects, and customer-driven capabilities.

Travel quarterly; US citizenship and security clearances are important. This position is part of Parsons Federal Solutions. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in software engineering, C/C++, Python, Git, and strong documentation and

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required and active TS/SCI is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree; additional experience may suffice in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 8+ years Software Engineering experience.
• Experience with cyber tool development and C/C++ proficiency.
• Python proficiency and familiarity with Git.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for cyber tools, security, research, and product development.
• Develop and maintain low-level applications and OS projects for protection tools.
• Review architecture, select tools, test and debug software.
• Provide customers expertise to leverage existing software and create new capabilities.
• Collaborate in Agile teams and mentor teammates.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Documentation

Remote collaboration

US Citizenship

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Git

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr. Software Engineer to join our team! In this role you'll be challenged in a way that will keep you on the cutting edge of cyber development. Parsons works on top level cyber development projects for national defense programs - imagine the possibilities to make an impact.

Candidates in Centreville, VA; Herndon, VA; Columbia, MD; Augusta, GA; or San Antonio, TX will be considered. Quarterly travel is expected.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Design and develop innovative software code for new tools and capabilities in areas related to computer security, vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and product development
• Develop and maintain low-level application and operating system projects related to software protection and host-based personal security tools
• Review system architecture, and select and implement appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance, as well as test and debug related software
• Provide our customers expertise to leverage their existing software and create new capabilities
• Be involved in quick reaction development with opportunities for customer interaction
• Collaborate with a team that is focused on developing superior products and encouraging the career growth of its members
• Be a customer focused self-starter, eager to learn as well as mentor and excel at collaborating in Agile teams

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be clearable; active TS/SCI is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree; additional experience may suffice in lieu of degree
• Minimum 8+ years Software Engineering experience
• Experience with cyber tool development
• C/C++ proficiency
• Python proficiency
• Familiarity with Git
• Ability to generate accurate documentation for developed software
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a remote team

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Experience supporting US Government CNO missions
• Assembly programming and analysis (of any major architecture)
• Experience working with debuggers and disassemblers
• Strong understanding of low-level operating system internals and drivers
• Experience with both kernel and userland debugging
• Experience with Windows APIs (win32, Windows Native)
• Experience with networking protocol analysis and socket programming on Windows
• Familiarity with modern development environments and practices including CI/CD
• Active TS/SCI is preferred

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—

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