Lead Software Developer- Onsite at Fort Belvoir, VA (Top Secret/SCI and CI Poly is Required)
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA (Onsite)
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Required
Position Overview
Booker DiMaio is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to support a mission-critical Federal Intelligence Community program. This position is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining secure, high-performance software applications that support advanced technical operations within a highly classified environment.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience developing enterprise applications using technologies such as Python, Java, C++, and JavaScript, building analysis tools, integrating complex systems, and leading software development initiatives. This individual will contribute to software architecture, help drive the technical roadmap, and work closely with cross-functional engineering teams while mentoring junior developers.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable software applications supporting mission-critical operations.
- Develop analysis tools and implement signal-processing algorithms to support advanced technical capabilities.
- Integrate custom software solutions with existing government systems and enterprise platforms.
- Contribute to software architecture, technical design, and long-term technology planning.
- Manage the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from design through deployment and ongoing support.
- Write clean, maintainable, and secure code while leading code reviews and promoting software development best practices.
- Collaborate with front-end, back-end, and data engineering teams to deliver integrated software solutions.
- Optimize application performance, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 8+ years of professional software development experience.
- At least 3 years of experience serving in a technical leadership role, leading software development efforts, or mentoring engineering teams.
- Strong experience developing applications using Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, or similar programming languages.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum software development environments.
- Experience using Git for source code management and version control.
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes containerization technologies.
- Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL database technologies.
- Strong understanding of secure software development principles and secure coding practices.
- Experience developing applications for secure or highly regulated environments.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community or Department of Defense programs.
- Experience implementing DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience designing and developing microservices and distributed systems.
- Experience optimizing application performance and scalability.
- Advanced cloud certifications or experience developing cloud-native applications.
- Contributions to open-source software projects are a plus.
Skills Required
- Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 8+ years of professional software development experience
- At least 3 years in a technical leadership role, leading development efforts or mentoring teams
- Strong experience developing applications using Python, Java, C++, JavaScript
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum software development environments
- Experience using Git for source code management and version control
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes containerization technologies
- Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL database technologies
- Strong understanding of secure software development principles and secure coding practices
- Experience developing applications for secure or highly regulated environments
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community or Department of Defense programs
- Experience implementing DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience designing and developing microservices and distributed systems
- Experience optimizing application performance and scalability
- Advanced cloud certifications or experience developing cloud-native applications
- Contributions to open-source software projects
What We Do
Booker DiMaio, King of Global Solutions, is an SBA 8(a) small business and minority-owned engineering & software modernization firm in Maryland leading the IT industry with proven performance and innovative design, development, and integration services. We lead agile-based digital transformations delivering sleek, intuitive, user-focused solutions. CORE COMPETENCIES: TECHNOLOGY: Cloud Computing, Big Data Visualization, Analytics, DevSecOps, Cybersecurity, Health IT, IT Modernization, Infrastructure As a Service, Integration & Sustainment, Software Engineering, System Architecture OPERATIONS: Staff Augmentation, Program Management, Telecommunications, User Experience Design, Administrative, Contact Center Support, Security Operations Center, Technology Transformation, Technology Advisory, Research & Development, Rapid Prototyping TECHNOLOGY PORTFOLIO: Booker DiMaio provides access to a suite of technology solutions through our reseller network, delivering added value to national security missions and government transformation for defense, intelligence, and civilian customers. A few of our notable partners are AWS, Microsoft Azure, FedRAMP Cloud Solutions, SecuLore DIFFERENTIATORS: SPECIALIZED - Our team is specially hired for each project and has a combined 90+ years of specialized industry experience. DRIVEN - We deliver solutions that are based on an in-depth understanding of the industry and commitment to improving user experiences. COMPREHENSIVE - We offer a comprehensive suite of end-to-end Big Data solutions, including cloud platforms, software engineering, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, and much more. COMPLIANT - Our tailored solutions facilitate compliance with CMMC, NIST, and other strict regulatory requirements. EFFECTIVE - Our cross-functional team of industry experts will carry your mission-critical operations to success, increasing digital proficiency across the globe with modern software and technology solutions. [email protected]
