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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Software Developer to join our team! In this role you will get to develop application programming interfaces (APIs) to facilitate threat system model interactions in a common environment. You will also be involved with graphical user interfaces to support the configuration, execution, visualization, and analysis of complex wargame scenarios.
What You'll Be Doing:
Defining requirements and designing solutions for M&S software
Participating in technical discussions to assist in near-term and long-term planning
Developing software and automated tests using C/C++ and Python on Windows and Linux Platforms
Leading technical tasks which could include directing and overseeing the work of less experienced developers
Working alongside a team, including mentoring junior software developers on C++, development practices, and software design
Required Clearance:
Must be a US Citizen eligible for a Top Secret Clearance
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or Equivalent with 8+ years of experience, OR Master’s Degree with 6+ years of experience, OR Ph.D. with 4+ years of experience
Strong C++ programming skills
Experience developing products with regular release cycles
Good written and oral communication skills, as well as a desire to work with a highly technical team
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Software development in a DevOps or DevSecOps environment
Experience working with an AGILE software development team
Python programming skills including integration of C++ code with Python
Mentoring experience
Experience working with environmental datasets such as terrain, road networks, atmospheric data, RF propagation data, etc. or signature data
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $120,800.00 - $217,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with 8+ years experience OR Master's with 6+ years OR Ph.D. with 4+ years
- Strong C++ programming skills
- Develop software and automated tests using C/C++ and Python on Windows and Linux platforms
- Experience developing products with regular release cycles
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Experience defining requirements and designing solutions for Modeling & Simulation (M&S) software including APIs and GUIs for wargame scenarios
- Experience in a DevOps or DevSecOps environment
- Experience working with an AGILE software development team
- Python skills including integration of C++ code with Python
- Mentoring experience
- Experience with environmental datasets (terrain, road networks, atmospheric data, RF propagation) or signature data
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parsons Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Parsons Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
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