Senior Software Engineer (Architect)

at  TheIncLab

THE MISSION STARTS HERE

At TheIncLab, we engineer and deliver advanced systems that revolutionize how our customers, the Department of Defense, and mission-critical teams achieve success. As a key member of our Systems Engineering Team, you will collaborate closely with system architects, engineers, and government stakeholders to tackle the intricate challenges of systems engineering critical to national security and defense. You will gain deep insights into customer missions and leverage your technical expertise to drive innovation, problem-solving, and the development of resilient system architectures.
Join us in shaping the future of systems engineering, where you will work at the forefront of technology to bolster the capabilities and resilience of national security systems. If you’re ready to make an impact and work on systems that span from tactical operations to the cloud, apply today!

REQUIREMENTS

• Design, document, and implement software applications and architectures that balance customer needs, technical constraints, and operational goals.
• Translate project requirements into system designs and technical blueprints for web, mobile, and cloud-based platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize features, assess feasibility, and define project roadmaps.
• Evaluate and integrate modern technologies, tools, and frameworks such as TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, .NET and cloud platforms.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts to demonstrate technical solutions.
• Lead technical reviews, establish coding best practices, and mentor development teams to uphold high-quality standards.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging advancements to enhance architectural strategies.
• Conduct hands-on development for critical project components to ensure successful implementation.
• Travel up to 20% to present system demonstrations, collaborate with stakeholders, and gather field insights.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to receive a TS Clearance
• An active TS Clearance or active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain a TS is preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing software systems, with a focus on scalable, maintainable, and cloud-based architectures.
• Hands-on expertise in modern software development stacks, such as MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js, Electron.js, Nest.js, Kafka.
• Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, JavaScript, .NET and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, and automated testing frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Jest, Detox).
• Strong understanding of networking, APIs, and database systems (both SQL and NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with a proven ability to lead and mentor teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience with software systems for Department of Defense projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams to develop high-performance, user-centered applications.

• Design, document, and implement software applications and architectures that balance customer needs, technical constraints, and operational goals.
• Translate project requirements into system designs and technical blueprints for web, mobile, and cloud-based platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize features, assess feasibility, and define project roadmaps.
• Evaluate and integrate modern technologies, tools, and frameworks such as TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, .NET and cloud platforms.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts to demonstrate technical solutions.
• Lead technical reviews, establish coding best practices, and mentor development teams to uphold high-quality standards.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, leveraging advancements to enhance architectural strategies.
• Conduct hands-on development for critical project components to ensure successful implementation.
• Travel up to 20% to present system demonstrations, collaborate with stakeholders, and gather field insights.