Sr. Software Developer

Rincon Research Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Rincon Research Corporation seeks an experienced Sr. Software Developer to lead an agile software team and deliver DSP-focused solutions for national security missions.

The role emphasizes C++/Python development, GitLab/Atlassian workflows, and driving containerized deployments in Kubernetes environments. The position is based in Chantilly, VA, with occasional on-site support at customer locations in the Chantilly/Dulles/Sterling area.

Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI security clearance ( full scope polygraph or willingness to obtain is required)
• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Lead an Agile software development team of five+ engineers.
• Oversee implementation of Agile processes up to approximately CMMI level 3.
• Collaborate with PM, Lead Architect/Product Owner and SW Delivery Lead to set priorities.
• Contribute to development of new functionality in a containerized environment.
• Support RRC products on-site at customer locations (Chantilly/Dulles/Sterling area).
• Ensure solutions meet customer requirements and aid documentation by Systems Engineering.

Skills

Agile software development

C++/Python

GitLab/Atlassian tools

Containerized workloads

Kubernetes

Security clearance TS/SCI

Client/customer support

Tools

GitLab

Atlassian tools

Docker

Podman

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

Job description

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?

At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee owned company, is seeking a talented, tenacious, results-driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact.

We seek an experienced Agile Software developer who can not only lead the existing, high-performing software development team, but also oversee and guide the implementation of the Agile software approach to fulfill customer expectations.

Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!

What are the primary responsibilities in the Sr. Software Developer position?

• Leads an Agile software development team comprised of about five senior-, mid- and junior-level developers
• Implements the adoption of the Agile software development approach, at approximately the CMMI level three, as well as the related Agile processes into an established, high functioning software development team
• Works closely with the Program Manager, Lead Architect / Product Owner and The Software Delivery Lead to establish team priorities
• Demonstrated, well-established experience with Agile software development in C++/Python using GitLab/Atlassian tools
• Contribute as part of the SW Dev team to develop new functionality and capabilities to operate in a containerized environment
• Willingness to support RRC products on-site at customer locations (Chantilly/Dulles/Sterling area) as needed, the primary work location is the RRC Chantilly office
• Works closely with other elements of engineering team to ensure delivered solutions meet all customer requirements
• Assists and advises the System Engineering team to produce accurate and timely documentation
• Communicates internally and externally to influence changes in practices, processes, and approaches
• Participates in all phases of the product development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and testing
• Applies engineering, software, and mathematical analysis principles in software development
• Provides input for new products and processes

What required background will make you successful?

• Current TS/SCI security clearance ( full scope polygraph or willingness to obtain is required)
• US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Preferred skills:

• Docker or Podman containerized software in a Kubernetes managed environment
• X-MIDAS experience
• Digital Signal Processing and geolocation knowledge
• Web and database development (PostgreSQL)

Where is the position located?

This position is located at our Chantilly, VA office.

• The likely salary range for this position is $225,000 to $275,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

What benefits does RRC offer?

• 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
• Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
• Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
• Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
• Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan
• Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan

Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.