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Principal Software Engineer

TechGlobal, Inc.
Silver, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/3/2026

The Principal Software Engineer is the highest technical authority, responsible for strategic technical vision, architectural governance, and ensuring the long term success of Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS) as a mission critical NOAA system.

  • Establish technical vision and architectural direction aligned with NWS mission objectives.
  • Serve as the primary technical interface with Government leadership and program management.
  • Oversee system wide architecture, integration strategies, and technology roadmaps.
  • Provide final technical authority on design, security, scalability, and performance decisions.
  • Lead resolution of the most complex technical and operational challenges.
  • Influence governance processes including SDLC, SREC, and system baselining.
  • Mentor senior engineering staff and cultivate technical excellence across teams.
  • Ensure systems meet high availability, security, and compliance requirements.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, advanced degree preferred
  • 15 or more years of software engineering and system architecture experience
  • Demonstrated leadership on large scale, high impact federal IT systems
  • Expert knowledge of distributed architectures, security frameworks, and operational resiliency
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Other Requirements:

  • Citizenship: US Citizen or Green Card holder
  • Clearance: Must be able to pass a background check for a public trust.

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about education and have the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Software Engineering: 10 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Silver Spring, MD Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $160,000

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