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Intrepid Solutions and Services Software Engineer in Fort Meade, Maryland
Overview
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Darkblade Systems, along with Intrepid Solutions and Services as a CIS Secure Company, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Formed in 2010 and acquired by CIS in 2022, Darkblade Systems strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies.
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our dynamic team at Fort Meade, Maryland to support a mission-critical capability for the DoD. This person will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS) / Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Responsibilities
Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
Debug existing software and correct defects
Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
Write or review software and system documentation
Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces / queries
Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints;perform quality control on team products
Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project
Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces
Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met
OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:
- This is a full time position that operates Monday-Friday 100% on-site.
TRAVEL:
- This position anticipates no travel.
Qualifications
CLEARANCE:
- Active Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance required at the time of application. This position is not open for clearance sponsorship, upgrade, or reinstatement. We will not consider any candidates without active TS/SCI + FSP clearances.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Fourteen (14) years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in the following areas:
Software design and engineering
DESIRED SKILLED AND EXPERIENCE:
Background in applied Software Engineering and Design
MA/MS inComputer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security System Engineering, Cybersecurity or related disciplines
Work well collaborating in a small team environment
Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Benefits
WHAT WE OFFER:
At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.
Job Type: Full-time (onsite)
Pay Range: $145,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) with company matching
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Health Savings Account option
Flexible Spending
Vision insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Darkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Locations US-MD-Fort Meade
ID 2024-2149 Category Information Technology Type Full Time Clearance Level Required TS/SCI with a Full Scope or Lifestyle Polygraph