Software Engineer with an ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship is REQUIRED)

Datrose; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Datrose seeks a Software Engineer in Fort Worth, TX, to design, develop, and deliver automated systems and big-data processing architectures. This hands-on role involves end-to-end implementation from concept through deployment and validation, collaborating with engineering teams, customers, and leadership to meet security and performance goals.

Requirements include 5+ years in software engineering with C# or C++, or 2+ years with Rust, plus a Bachelor’s in a STEM field and an Active Secret

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/Systems Engineering or related STEM field.
• BS 9–15 years or MS 7–13 years of experience as stated.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement architectures for automated systems and big-data ecosystems.
• Develop automated data pipelines; perform data transformation, aggregation, and anomaly-detection tasks.
• Architect and deliver local, distributed, and cloud-based data solutions.
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical architectures, design specifications, and executable plans.
• Design system technical standards and requirements across software, hardware, tools, and data platforms.
• Implement proof-of-concept prototypes to validate design approaches.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cybersecurity controls.
• Integrate AI/ML models into operational data flows.
• Support test planning, system integration, and formal qualification events.

Skills

C#

C++

Rust

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Systems Engineering or related STEM

BS+9–15 YRS or MS+7–13 YRS

Tools

Hadoop

Iceberg

Impala

Trino

S3 protocol

SeaweedFS

MINIO

Python

Job description

Job Details

Software Engineer with an ACTIVE Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship is REQUIRED)

Job ID#: 16221

Job Category: Engineering

Position Type: Contract to Hire

RATE RANGE: $50/hr - $100/hr W2 (no health benefits/no paid PTO while on contract, an hour worked is an hour paid)

LOCATION: Onsite in Fort Worth, TX 76108 (no relocation package)

CLEARANCE: Active Secret required (US Citizenship REQUIRED)

DURATION: 12+ months or Contract to Hire

No C2C, we can NOT work with outside agencies/vendors, and we can NOT do 1099-US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Software engineer to design, develop, and deliver automated system capabilities and big-data processing architectures. This position is hands-on. The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing system solutions - from concept development through integration, deployment, and performance validation. The role includes collaboration with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, customers, and program leadership to ensure solutions meet stakeholder requirements, security constraints, and technical performance objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and implement architectures for automated systems and big-data ecosystems
• Develop automated data pipelines; perform data transformation, aggregation, and anomaly-detection tasks
• Architect and deliver local, distributed, and cloud-based data solutions
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical architectures, design specifications, and executable plans
• Design system technical standards and requirements across software, hardware, tools, and data platforms
• Implement proof-of-concept prototypes to validate design approaches
• Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cybersecurity controls
• Integrate AI/ML models into operational data flows
• Support test planning, system integration, and formal qualification events

REQUIRED SKILLS

5+ years of Software engineering experience with C#, C++ OR 2+ years experience with Rust

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years experience in designing and implementing distributed system architectures (e.g. Shared Memory, GRPC, Sockets, REST)
• 2+ years working with big-data tools (eg Hadoop, Iceberg, Impala, Trino), or high-volume data pipelines (e.g. S3 protocol, SeaweedFS, MINIO)
• 5+ years experience with Python, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Oriented Design (RUST), APIs, Design Patterns, Clean Architecture, and Test Driven Development
• Familiarity with Airborne Sensing/Tracking systems (e.g., Radar, Electronic Warfare, and/or Electro Optical).

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline (STEM)

BS+9-15 YRS or MS+7-13 YRS

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Secret

GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran