Software Engineer - TS/SCI FSPG
The Software Engineer at Confidential Client will lead technical project management and full lifecycle software development within an Agile environment, focusing on designing and developing Single Page Applications and RESTful web services using modern technologies such as Angular 21+, Java, and Spring Framework. This role involves translating customer requirements into detailed software designs, coordinating program activities, and leveraging cloud services and DevOps tools to deliver secure, scalable solutions supporting federal intelligence and defense missions.
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Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Software Engineer (TS/SCI FSPG) to design and build secure single-page applications and backend services for intelligence-focused systems. The role emphasizes modern front-end frameworks (Angular 21+), scalable backend services, search/repository features, and strong DevOps practices. This position supports classified mission needs; candidates should be prepared to work with senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and maintain Single Page Applications (SPAs) using HTML5, CSS3, and Angular 21+.
- Build and support backend services and RESTful APIs using Java/Scala, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.
- Implement and optimize search and repository services (Solr, Elasticsearch or equivalent).
- Work with relational and non-relational datastores (Postgres, RDS, DynamoDB, etc.).
- Write and maintain automated tests (JUnit, Jasmine, Jest, Karma) and contribute to CI/CD pipelines.
- Troubleshoot web and application stack technologies (Tomcat, Node.js, SSL/TLS, web services).
- Translate customer and system requirements into detailed designs and implementation plans.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, produce and manage JIRA tickets, and collaborate in program reviews and meetings.
- Support DevOps activities using Git, Jenkins, Nexus, and cloud services (AWS/Azure).
- Communicate progress and technical decisions clearly to senior customers, program leads, and implementation partners.
Minimum Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Full-Scope Polygraph (FSPG) required, or eligibility for the same. Candidates should understand that TS/SCI typically requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- Demonstrated experience developing SPAs with Angular (preferred: Angular 21+), HTML5 and CSS3.
- Hands-on experience building backend services and RESTful APIs using Java, Scala, Spring Framework / Spring Boot, and related technologies.
- Experience with search technologies (Solr, Elasticsearch) and implementing repository/search services.
- Familiarity with relational databases (Postgres, RDS) and non-relational/data-stream processing (DynamoDB or similar).
- Experience with automated testing (JUnit, Jasmine) and testing platforms (Jest, Karma).
- Proven experience with DevOps tooling: Git, Jenkins, Nexus, and CI/CD best practices.
- Experience working in Agile development teams and producing technical design artifacts.
Desired Skills
- Experience using Angular Material to build polished UIs.
- Familiarity with discovery, recommendation, and profiling/alerting services used in information retrieval systems.
- Experience with pre-NLP processing pipelines (boilerplate removal, non-narrative filtering).
- Knowledge of federated search, tagging/foldering systems, and content curation tools.
- Prior exposure to Sponsor or classified IT systems and mission workflows (helpful, not mandatory).
- Strong interpersonal skills: building relationships with customers, stakeholders, and contractors.
- Experience communicating technical concepts to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud services.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid time off and federal holidays
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive, family-focused company culture
- Opportunities for long-term career growth within a growing SDVOSB
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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