Software Developer/A&A Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer with expertise in secure software engineering and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes. The candidate will develop secure applications, conduct security assessments, and support A&A efforts in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeguard customer assets.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain enterprise applications and services.
• Develop readable, maintainable, and secure software.
• Troubleshoot application defects and production issues.
• Review code and contribute to technical design decisions.
• Work with customers and team members to clarify requirements.
• Maintain technical documentation.
• Participate in planning, code reviews, testing, and software releases.
• Support and improve existing applications, including legacy systems.
• Complete security-relevant A&A tasks, such as risk assessments, vulnerability management, security control testing, and preparing authorization packages.

Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years focused on security engineering and A&A processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong proficiency in an object-oriented programming language such as C#, Java, Kotlin, or C++.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design, data structures, algorithms, and common software design patterns.
• Experience developing and supporting business or enterprise applications.
• Experience with source control, code reviews, testing, debugging, and the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Experience working with relational databases, web services, or application integrations.
• Ability to learn new programming languages, frameworks, and systems.
• Knowledge of A&A processes, including identifying and addressing security incidents and compliance issues.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Skills

• Experience with C# and .NET.
• Experience with PowerShell or another scripting language.
• Experience developing web APIs, Windows services, desktop applications, or web applications.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and IIS environments.
• Experience with Jenkins CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments.
• Experience working with AWS and Azure.
• Experience using GitHub, Jira, Jenkins, and Confluence.
• Familiarity with secure software development practices.
• Familiarity with Agile development methods.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and AI-enabled application capabilities, including the secure use and validation of generated code and content.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• STD/LTD/Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance
• Stipends
• Referral Bonuses
• and more

Pay

The expected salary range within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is $145,000 - $170,000.