Software Engineer (TS/SCI Required)

Talent Depot; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Depot is seeking a skilled software engineer to join a team dedicated to sustaining, developing, and modernizing mission-critical applications for the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate must have an active TS/SCI clearance and 2–10 years of experience.

Your responsibilities will include designing core applications, providing user support, and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. You will work with Linux/Unix systems and Git, while demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• 2–10 years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy a core application used across the community.
• Support geographically dispersed users by providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 assistance.
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable software delivery.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Linux/Unix environments

Git version control

Job description

Sarasota, United States | Posted on 05/26/2026

YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE TS/SCI CLEARANCE

Join a small, highly skilled team responsible for the sustainment, feature development, and ongoing modernization of mission‑critical software and services supporting the Intelligence Community.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and deploy a core application used across the community
• Support geographically dispersed users by providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 assistance
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable, repeatable software delivery
• Contribute to the modernization of legacy components while ensuring mission continuity

Position Requirements

We are seeking a software engineer with 2–10 years of experience to help design, maintain, and support a mission‑critical application.

The ideal candidate brings initiative, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills to a team delivering innovative solutions for the IC.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix environments (Rocky, RHEL, or similar)
• Hands‑on experience with Git version control
• Strong problem‑solving , communication, and teamwork skills

Bonus Points

Programming & Development

• Experience with software testing, debugging, and performance tuning in complex, multi‑language environments
• Ability to analyze existing systems, understand dependencies, and implement changes with minimal operational disruption
• Experience modernizing legacy applications through containerization , modular design, and interface refinement
• Strong understanding of vertical and horizontal scaling principles

Security & Compliance

• Applied knowledge of security best practices , compliance requirements, and secure software development