• Mid-Level Software Engineer

    Competitive Range Solutions, LLC (Fort Meade, MD)


    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.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + 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.

    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.