Senior Software Developer Location: Washington, DC area (worksite in California, MD) (Hybrid) Shift/Schedule: Full-time, hybrid schedule with regular onsite days Pay/Compensation: $90,220 – $145,000 per year
About the Role An established engineering and technology services firm supporting defense programs is hiring a Senior Software Developer. This developer will design and build mission software used by government customers, working across the full development lifecycle. The company offers stable long-term programs, technical ownership, and a hybrid schedule.
The ideal candidate is a well-rounded developer who enjoys owning features from requirements through release and supporting mission-critical government customers. You write maintainable code, communicate clearly with engineers and stakeholders, and take pride in helping junior teammates grow. You are comfortable working on long-term programs where reliability and security matter every day. You enjoy learning new technologies and bring a steady, collaborative approach to solving difficult technical problems with your team.
This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity presented by The Employee Connect. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to review the role, answer questions, and discuss next steps in the interview process.
Core Responsibilities
Design, develop, and test software applications supporting defense customers
Translate customer requirements into technical designs and working features
Write clean, maintainable code and participate in peer code reviews
Integrate software with databases, services, and external systems
Troubleshoot defects and improve performance and reliability
Document designs, interfaces, and release procedures
Mentor junior developers and contribute to team best practices
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field
Several years of professional software development experience
Proficiency in languages such as C#, Java, Python, or C++
Experience with relational databases and web application development
Familiarity with Agile methods and version control such as Git
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD security clearance
Experience supporting Navy or other DoD programs
Cloud, container, or DevSecOps experience
Front-end framework experience such as Angular or React
Security+ or similar DoD 8570 certification
Benefits & Pay
Pay: $90,220 – $145,000 per year
Competitive annual salary based on experience
Hybrid schedule with a mix of remote and onsite days
Comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time off benefits through the employer
Long-term, stable defense programs
Tuition and training support for technical growth
Screening Questions
How many years of professional software development experience do you have, and in which languages?
Do you currently hold a DoD security clearance, and at what level?
Describe a complex feature or system you designed and delivered end to end.