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Software Engineer Level 3 with Security Clearance

CyberPoint International
Capitol Heights, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Overview What We're Looking For As a Software Engineer Level 3 at CyberPoint, you will lead the design, development and evolution of complex software systems supporting mission-critical operations. Youll work across a range of problem spaces - from large-scale data processing and analytics to real-time systems and enterprise applications - while driving technical direction and ensuring high-quality delivery. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership across multiple development teams and the ability to influence system design decisions including architecture, technology selection, and development methodologies. Youll collaborate closely with system engineers, hardware engineers and mission stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. When you become a part of CyberPoint you are joining a dynamic, diverse, fast-growing company that welcomes creative thought and ambition. Were committed to creating an environment where each employee can thrive. This position is 100% onsite in Maryland and requires an active TS/SCI FSP Security Clearance. What Youll Do

  • Lead the design, development and enhancement of complex software systems (eg analytics platforms, real-time systems, large-scale data processing)
  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
  • Architect and implement scalable front-end and back-end solutions
  • Develop and optimize algorithms to meet strict performance, timing and system constraints
  • Provide technical leadership across multiple software development teams
  • Oversee software development efforts to ensure alignment with project constraints and delivery timelines
  • Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to define requirements, interfaces and system capabilities
  • Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools and development processes
  • Support system design decisions including COTS/GOTS integration, reuse strategies and architecture trade-offs
  • Review, test and validate software components to ensure adherence to design and quality standards
  • Ensure quality control across all developed and modified software
  • Guide teams in debugging, performance tuning and system optimization
  • Coordinate software system integration, deployment and operational validation
  • Produce and review technical documentation and reports
  • Mentor developers and delegate programming and testing responsibilities across teams This position is 100% onsite and requires an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph Qualifications What You'll Need
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Active TS/SCI FSP Clearance
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university
  • OR Four (4) additional years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for a degree
  • Fifteen (15) years of experience as a Software Engineer on programs of similar scope and complexity
  • Front-end development expertise with 10 years of experience in:
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • React
  • Java
  • Spring Framework
  • Experience designing and developing complex, large-scale software systems
  • Strong experience with system architecture, performance optimization and algorithm development
  • Experience leading multiple development teams and large software efforts
  • Ability to work across the full software development lifecycle What Will Set You Apart
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Experience with messaging systems such as RabbitMQ
  • Experience with application server administration (eg Tomcat)
  • Strong background in modern DevOps practices and scalable system design
  • Experience selecting and implementing software development methodologies
  • Proven ability to drive innovation and improve engineering processes across teams
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence technical direction at senior levels Our Culture Great People, Exceptional Benefits Great people are the foundation of any great company. To attract and retain great people, CyberPoint offers fulfilling work that we like to balance with the rest of life. We accomplish this by offering outstanding benefits that allow each of our employees to live and work well. To learn more, https://www.cyberpointllc.com/benefits.php . Be a part of CyberPoint. Be valued. We are an inclusive community in which all types of diversity are embraced, respected and seen as true value for the company. We are committed to cultivating this community, but we realize there is still more work to do. CyberPoint will continue to evolve into a more inclusive and equitable company and is fully committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. CyberPoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, age, religion, physical or mental disability, veterans status or other federal, state and local protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, CyberPoint has established affirmative action programs to ensure non-discrimination and affirmative action in CyberPoints policies and practices for qualified women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The narrative portion of CyberPoints affirmative action plans are available for inspection at our offices during normal business hours. Employees and applicants interested in inspecting these plans should contact Human Resources by phone 410-779-6700 or by email at for assistance. If you are interested in applying for employment with CyberPoint and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by email at or by calling 410-779-6700.

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