Space Software Lead: Mission-Critical Java, Onsite (TS/SCI)

ZP Group; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cigna Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Sick Leave

Holidays

Job summary

ZP Group is seeking a Senior Software Developer Lead in Chantilly, VA to lead a high-performing software development team focused on mission management solutions. This role requires 5+ years of experience in Computer Science principles, hands-on proficiency in Java, C++, and Python, and the ability to lead teams across the software development lifecycle. The compensation range is $150,000-190,000+ depending on experience, with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience applying foundational Computer Science principles and software patterns.
• Proven experience leading software development teams or projects across the SDLC.
• Active Top Secret (TS) U.S. Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of software development activities.
• Translate system‑level requirements into traceable software requirements.
• Perform and lead code reviews to ensure compliance with technical standards.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Object-oriented design

Agile methodologies

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Maven

Gradle

SQL Server

MongoDB

Job description

ZP Group is seeking a Senior Software Developer Lead in Chantilly, VA to lead a high-performing software development team focused on mission management solutions. This role requires 5+ years of experience in Computer Science principles, hands-on proficiency in Java, C++, and Python, and the ability to lead teams across the software development lifecycle. The compensation range is $150,000-190,000+ depending on experience, with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401K.