TS/SCI Software Engineer (C++ Java) | Mission Modernization

The Opportunity

Architect the future of national security software by joining an elite, agile engineering team dedicated to the continuous evolution, refinement, and modernization of high-stakes, defense-essential applications. In this pivotal role, you will champion the lifecycle of core software assets utilized globally, ensuring the intelligence community operates with maximum reliability and technological superiority.

This is an exceptional opportunity to exert a profound impact on vital defense initiatives while driving technical innovation within a sophisticated, high-performance ecosystem.

What You’ll Do

• Engine and deploy high-availability application suites that serve as the backbone for critical national defense operations.

• Drive the continuous upgrade, optimization, and feature expansion of foundational architectures to mitigate technical debt.

• Synthesize robust CI/CD automated deployment pipelines to guarantee seamless, secure, and rapid software delivery.

• Champion tiered technical support frameworks (Tier 1 and Tier 2) to resolve complex operational challenges for a globally distributed user base.

• Analyze intricate legacy systems to map cross-functional dependencies and implement seamless upgrades with zero operational downtime.

• Collaborate with cross-functional defense intelligence partners to translate complex operational needs into scalable software solutions.

What You Bring

• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance (Top Secret required; TS/SCI preferred to meet immediate mission needs).

• Proven Expertise in object-oriented programming, specifically commanding deep engineering capabilities in Java and C , with preferred supplementary proficiency in Python.

• Background spanning 2 to 10 years of dedicated experience building, operating, and sustaining production-grade enterprise software within complex environments.

• Technical Mastery of Linux/Unix operating systems (such as RHEL, Rocky Linux, or equivalent enterprise distributions) and modern version control architectures utilizing Git.

• Academic Foundation consisting of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a highly technical STEM discipline.

• Advanced Capability in containerization strategies, modular system design, and execution of both horizontal and vertical scaling principles.

• Adeptness at diagnosing, debugging, and performance-tuning intricate, multi-language software infrastructures while adhering to strict security compliance mandates.

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you’re doing more than pursuing a job, you’re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions.

We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.