JOB DESCRIPTION:

Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.
We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level Software Engineer to design, modify, develop, write, and implement secure and mission-critical software applications for DoD programs. The ideal candidate will work within cross-functional teams, provide technical support, and contribute to complex projects that enhance defense operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active Secret Clearance: TS preferred
• Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years of software engineering experience OR
• Master’s Degree or higher with 1 year of experience.
• Experience:
• 3 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree OR
• 1 year of experience with a Master’s Degree or higher.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, Python, or embedded systems development.
• Understanding of secure coding practices, software architecture, and software lifecycle management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Knowledge of military systems, DoD applications, and cybersecurity best practices.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with classified defense systems and DoD contracts.
• Familiarity with cloud computing solutions for DoD applications (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and secure software engineering methodologies.
• Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, or DoD-approved software development credentials.

• Develop and implement software programming applications and operating systems for defense use.
• Modify and enhance existing software solutions, ensuring optimal security and functionality.
• Write, review, and maintain efficient, high-quality, and well-documented code aligned with DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Provide technical consultation and troubleshooting on complex projects.
• Coordinate work teams, mentoring junior developers and ensuring collaboration across departments.
• Conduct software testing, debugging, and validation to ensure operational readiness.
• Assist in software architecture decisions and secure software development methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with DoD security protocols.