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Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

**Job Title** : Software Engineer

**Location** : Onsite (National Business Parkway)

**Clearance Requirement** : Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required

**About Us** :

At Nightwing, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge, full-spectrum solutions for cyber operations, data intelligence, systems integration, and mission support. With expertise in areas like vulnerability research, cyber defense and resiliency, software modernization, and lifecycle mission enablement, our team tackles the hardest challenges across defense, intelligence, civil, and commercial markets. Through innovative technologies, operational agility, and a focus on excellence, Nightwing empowers its customers with solutions engineered to drive mission success. Join a team dedicated to advancing capabilities and delivering impactful results at the forefront of the technology landscape.

**About the Role** :

Nightwing is seeking an experienced **Software Engineer** to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of massive datasets and real-time systems. You’ll collaborate with teams to design, test, and integrate software solutions for high-stakes national security missions. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical expertise and innovation, producing high-quality results in dynamic environments. You’ll balance system-level thinking with attention to individual components, leveraging both custom solutions and COTS/GOTS technologies as part of a cohesive software development lifecycle.

**Key Responsibilities** :

+ Analyze user requirements to derive software design and operational performance needs.

+ Design, implement, and modify software systems to add features, improve functionality, or correct defects.

+ Optimize algorithms and develop efficient solutions to meet stringent timing, resource, or interface constraints.

+ Integrate existing capabilities into new or enhanced systems environments.

+ Develop data queries for repositories or databases that align with system needs.

+ Write and review comprehensive software and system documentation.

+ Oversee system installation and equipment performance to ensure operational effectiveness.

+ Coordinate with system engineers and hardware specialists to define software requirements and interfaces.

+ Recommend emerging technologies and best practices for improving software development workflows.

+ Design and implement complex database interfaces and queries with high performance standards.

+ Debug existing software, resolve issues, and conduct change management on legacy systems.

+ Ensure quality control across software deliverables and test procedures.

**Required Skills and Experience** :

+ **5+ years of experience** as a Software Engineer in roles of similar scope, complexity, and impact.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited institution (or four additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).

+ Expertise in programming languages such as Python and C++, process automation tools, and scientific analysis for software design.

+ Advanced understanding of algorithms and performance engineering.

+ Proficiency with system flow principles, data modeling, work process analysis, and process optimization.

+ Experience managing software deployments into mission-critical environments.

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_At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients._

_Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team._

_Nightwing 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, age or any other federally protected class._