Software Integration Lead

Strategic Data Systems; Manassas (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Data Systems is seeking a Software Integration Lead to drive the integration of software across security domains in a complex DoD system-of-systems. The role focuses on Linux-based software in C, C++, and Java, with emphasis on resolving integration issues and working with cross-functional government teams.

The ideal candidate has a BS+ in engineering/math/CS, 7 years’ software experience, and a TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Seven years of professional software engineering experience.
• Three years of experience with C, C++, and Java development.
• Experience in development and integration of software across multiple security domains and system-of-systems.
• Experience in development and sustainment of Linux-based software development.
• TS clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of software across multiple security domains in a DoD environment.
• Develop and sustain Linux-based software in C, C++, and Java.
• Independently resolve integration issues and coordinate with diverse engineering teams and government stakeholders.

Skills

Independent problem solving

Team collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Math/CS

Tools

C

C++

Java

Linux development

DevSecOps CI/CD

Kubernetes

REST

Docker

Job description

Software Integration Lead

NSWC Carderock Division, Bethesda, MD (Remote)

Full-time with benefits

*Contingent upon contract award*

SDS is seeking a Software Integration Lead in Manassas, VA, to drive the development and integration of software across multiple security domains in a complex system-of-systems environment supporting the Department of Defense. The Systems Integration Lead will develop and sustain Linux-based software in C, C++, and Java, resolve integration issues independently, and work closely with diverse engineering teams and Government stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science.

• Seven (7) years of professional experience with software engineering.

• Three (3) years relevant work experience with C, C++, and Java development.

• Experience in development and integration of software in an environment including multiple security domains and system-of-systems.

• Experience in development and sustainment of Linux based software development.

• TS clearance with SCI eligibility

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Engineering, Mathematics, or Computer Science.
• Experience with browser-based development and debugging.
• Experience building and supporting continuous integration pipelines (e.g. DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting.
• Experience with Kubernetes, REST, Docker and containerized microservices.
• Experience with managing at least one successful architectural evolution of a software project or set of projects under time and cost constraints

• Experience in developing, managing and enforcing successful development processes utilizing a Development Security Operations (DevSecOps) Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline in an agile development environment within the Department of Defense (DOD) including developer peer review.

• Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification with experience participating in and helping to lead day-to-day activities of a scrum team or other Agile software development team.

• Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

• Demonstrated ability to independently drive integration efforts, proactively identify and resolve issues, and build strong working relationships with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively navigate complex organizational structures and balance between independent action and collaborative problem-solving.

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