Grvty
Lead Software Engineer
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Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to guide a high-performing development team on a mission-enabling program with high impact on National Security. This role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and cross-functional coordination. You will serve as the developer point of contact for design discussions, customer engagements, and Chief Engineer reviews while continuing to contribute directly to architecture, development, and delivery. This position is ideal for a senior engineer/developer ready to step into broader ownership — leading by example, mentoring teammates, and shaping the technical direction of a rapidly evolving product line.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI w/polygraph
- 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, including full-stack development
- Strong proficiency in modern web frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue), backend languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, Django), and RESTful API design
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions, drive consensus, and make architectural decisions
- Growth mindset – ability to tackle complex technical issues with patience, positivity, and a forward-looking perspective that keeps the team focused and productive
- Proven experience mentoring engineers and improving team capability
- Familiarity with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevSecOps practices
- Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
- Ability to work in fast-paced, customer-facing environments with evolving requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience working with government or defense customers
- Background in distributed systems, microservices, or event-driven architectures
- Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Prior involvement in staffing, interviewing, or team-building activities
- Experience hosting demos, conducting design reviews, or presenting to executive stakeholders
- Knowledge of telecommunications protocols, packet capture tools and methodologies
Skills & Technologies
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Employment Type
Full Time
Experience Level
Senior
Salary Range
$177,680 – $212,254
Location
Sterling, VA
Posted
6 days ago
Country
US