SME Computer Software Engineer

Prescient Edge is seeking a Software Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME)/Engineer to support mission-critical systems for a federal government client.

About the Role

Provide technical leadership in the design, development, integration, and sustainment of operational software solutions. Leverage prior military operational experience to translate mission requirements, CONOPS, and operator needs into practical software solutions that improve mission effectiveness, reliability, and usability.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications and services for tactical and enterprise environments, including real-time systems, data processing pipelines, and mission system interfaces.
• Lead software integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities across development, lab, and operational environments, ensuring systems remain mission-ready and compliant with operational requirements.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders, engineers, and operators to support system architecture design, capability enhancements, and technology insertion across existing mission platforms.
• Support software lifecycle activities including requirements development, configuration management, version control, cybersecurity compliance, and documentation in accordance with government and DoD development standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, helping bridge operational experience with modern software engineering practices to ensure mission-focused solutions.

Requirements

• US Navy, USCG, Marine Corps, or SOCOM experience required.
• Military unmanned or manned aircraft, ships, or equipment experience is required.
• Petty Officers, Marines, or Coast Guard personnel with communications, network, system admin, engineering, or software experience.
• Computer Software SME/Engineer with engineering, systems, or technical degree and 4+ years military experience OR SME in technical field with some college and 12+ years military experience.
• 10+ years military experience may substitute for degree (SME level).
• Testing or hands-on experience with network, computer, and tactical systems (operations of GCCS, MSS, or other common operating systems are a plus).
• Understanding of System Engineering Life Cycle (SELC).
• Proficiency with MS products (Excel, Word, PPT).
• Proficiency with Visio, AutoCAD, or similar diagram tools.
• Familiarity with AI model usage (LLMs).
• Hands-on software engineering, integration, testing, troubleshooting, or tactical system experience within military operational environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems, or Technical discipline preferred but not required. Experience may substitute.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret (or higher).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
• Substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
• Positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

Pay

Salary range: $97,000 - $150,000. Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Schedule

• Hybrid – 3 days in Government facility and 2 days remote.
• Travel: Up to 25%.

Location: San Diego, CA