Software Engineering Lead

Accenture Federal Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 135,200 - 278,500; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Software Engineering Lead in Arlington, Virginia. This role involves overseeing software development and integration, translating designs into implementations, and maintaining code quality. The ideal candidate has 10 years of software experience, expertise in deploying cloud resources, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. An active Secret clearance is required. The pay range is $135,200—$278,500 USD.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in software development and integration.
• 3 years of experience in deploying cloud resources using IaC/CaC templates in AWS, Azure or GCP.
• 3 years of experience in using DevSecOps pipelines to deploy software packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee software development and integration for the Client System's software components.
• Translate system engineering designs into robust software designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, optimize code for performance.

Skills

Software development

Cloud resources deployment

DevSecOps pipelines

Complex software solutions

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering or related field

Job description

Software Engineering Lead

The Software Engineering Lead will oversee software development and integration for the Client System's software components, including infrastructure, data tools, and user interfaces. Translate system engineering designs into robust software designs, and then design, implement, and maintain source code, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and Configuration-as-Code. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following established coding standards, create comprehensive unit tests to ensure code quality, and participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge. Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, optimize code for performance and scalability, and integrate with APIs and external systems. Implement security best practices in code development, collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement user interfaces, and work with database specialists to design and implement data models. Document code, APIs, and technical designs, participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and daily stand-ups, and stay current with emerging technologies and development practices.

Must Have

• 10 years of experience in software development and integration
• 3 years of experience in deploying cloud resources using IaC/CaC templates in AWS, Azure or GCP
• 3 years of experience in using DevSecOps pipelines to deploy software packages in AWS or Azure
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, coding, testing, and maintaining complex software solutions
• Must meet DoD 8140 requirements
• Bachelor’s degree (or an additional 4 years of equivalent experience) in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Security Clearance

• Active Secret clearance

Pay Range

The base pay range for this position in these locations is $135,200—$278,500 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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