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Software Engineer (Top Secret)

Zachary Piper Solutions
Zachary Piper Solutions Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking multiple TS or TS/SCI cleared Software Engineer with proficiency with Java and experience in either Front-End or DevSecOps engineering. The engineer will be supporting an intelligence customer out of Herndon, Virginia that is developing and maintaining geospatial intelligence based mission applications.

Project: Supporting classified mission java-based software systems that support enterprise and tactical level imagery and space-to-ground ISR operations.

Location: Herndon, VA (By World Gate) - Onsite

Position Levels Available: Jr. to Mid level SW Application Developers.

Responsibilities of the Software Engineer:

  • Apply the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle.
  • Apply knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software.
  • Correct program errors, compiling documentation of program development, and analyzing system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls.
  • Ensure software standards are defined and met.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Education: HS, Associate's, Bachelor's Degree, Master's, or PHD
  • Years of experience required: 2-10 years of software development/engineering
  • Active Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance. (Able to upgrade to SCI from a TS/SSBI or T5)
  • Java development experience.
  • Ability to work with XML.
  • Ability to be flexible in supporting dynamic user needs.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Proven experience in COTS/FOSS integration and support.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and navigate multiple operating system environments including LINUX/Windows.
  • Ability to learn and implement new technologies.
  • Experience with REST or SOAP.
  • Experience with Docker and or Kubernetes is a plus.

Additional Skill Set if Applicable:

  • Front-End: Java Script, React, React.JS.
  • DevOps: Jenkins, Docker or Kubernetes.

Compensation:

  • Junior Pay Band: $140,000 - $170,000 (HS w/ 6 years, Associate's w/ 4 years, Bachelor's Degree with 1-2 years, Master's w/ 1 year)
  • Mid Pay Band: $170,000 - $200,000 (HS w/ 16 years, Associate's w/ 12 years, Bachelor's w/9 years, Master's w/ 7 years)

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, 20 days of paid time off, 11 federal holidays, and sick leave.

Application Period: Opens on 04/06/2026 and will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Salary : $140,000 - $170,000

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