Software Engineer (TS/SCI) {S}

TSG; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA contributions

401k plan

Vacation 3 weeks

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ARKA Group L.P. in King of Prussia, PA is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions. The role requires proficiency in Python and OO languages, collaboration with cross‑functional teams, and a strong understanding of SDLC and cloud APIs.

Security clearances and polygraph readiness are part of the onboarding process. You will work in a professional office environment, contribute to microservices and RESTful APIs, and participate in agile practices to

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in computer science or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in OO languages with a focus on Python.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and ship new features.
• Understanding of the full SDLC including requirements, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Ability to write clean, well-documented, testable code; experience with unit/integration/system tests.
• Experience developing microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum practices and sprint ceremonies.
• Willingness to work in office full-time; active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph readiness.

Responsibilities

• Managing the complete software development process from conception to deployment.
• Maintaining and upgrading software after deployment.
• Overseeing end-to-end life cycle for production of software and applications.
• Guiding analysis, writing, building, and deployment of software.
• Overseeing automated testing and providing feedback during development.
• Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs.

Skills

Python

OO languages

Agile/Scrum

RESTful APIs

Microservices

SDLC

Unit testing

Collaboration

Security clearance

Polygraph readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Git

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

ARKA Group L.P. (“ARKA”) is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space enterprise. Built on more than six decades of excellence, ARKA brings modern approaches and a culture of innovation to the challenges of today.

Join the ARKA team to learn how Beyond Begins Here. Discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a key contributor, you will design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions that meet modern industry standards. Our ideal candidate is proficient in multiple programming languages, embraces agile development methodologies, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You will be responsible for writing clean, scalable code, troubleshooting technical issues, and optimizing system performance. A strong understanding of cloud computing, APIs, and software architecture is highly desirable. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, we would love to hear from you!

We offer generous relocation benefits for eligible candidates.

In support of work/life balance, many positions are available for a flexible schedule within the pay period. Ask us about the opportunity for flex scheduling if that’s of interest to you.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the complete software development process from conception to deployment
• Maintaining and upgrading the software following deployment
• Managing the end‑to‑end life cycle for the production of software and applications
• Overseeing and guiding the analyzing, writing, building, and deployment of software
• Overseeing the automated testing and providing feedback to management during the development process
• Modifying and testing changes to previously developed programs

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• 2+ years of experience in object‑oriented (OO) languages, with a significant focus on Python
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams including product managers, architects, and other engineers to define, design, and ship new features
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance
• Ability to write clean, efficient, well‑documented, and testable code
• Experience in the development of unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality
• Experiencing in the development of microservices and RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of how to work in an Agile/Scrum development environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, and sprint reviews
• Ability to work in office full time
• Active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance
• Willingness to be submitted for and ability to obtain Counter Intelligence (CI) Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with a modern cloud provider such as AWS or Azure as well as understanding of standalone Kubernetes deployments
• Experience with Source Control tools (e.g. Git, Gitlab)
• Experience with DevSecOps and Agile Scrum software development methodology including using tools like Git, Jira and Confluence
• IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CISSP, or CASP)
• Active TS/SCI with a Counter Intelligence (CI) or recent Full‑Scope Polygraph (FSP) U.S. Government Security Clearance

Location:

King of Prussia, PA

Situated less than an hour outside of Philadelphia and hosting the largest mall on the east coast, King of Prussia offers the urban feel sought in the city, while also giving opportunities to experience the beauty and history found only in Pennsylvania.

What We Offer:

• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Upfront tuition assistance for approved degree programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term and Long‑Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires active TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance with Fully Adjudicated CI Polygraph.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre‑employment Screenings:

Employment with any ARKA companies in the U.S. is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre‑employment requirements to include a credit check, background check, and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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