As Senior Windows Software Developer at Independent Software, you will lead a development team in designing, building, and testing advanced software applications across Windows, Unix, or other specified platforms. You will be responsible for building user-centric graphical interfaces and adapting solutions to evolving mission requirements in an agile environment. Your work will contribute directly to national security and defense through innovative, high-impact software development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and participate in the full software development lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, development, testing, and deployment
- Design and implement GUI components for custom applications
- Develop software using object-oriented programming in languages such as C++, C#, or Java
- Work in Windows and/or Unix environments, depending on project needs
- Use tools such as Visual Studio, .NET, and makefiles for build automation
- Ensure code quality and consistency through version control and configuration management
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development team members
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment
- Utilize tools such as Wireshark, IDA Pro, or Ghidra for debugging and reverse engineering
- Maintain clear documentation of code, architecture, and process workflows
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 8+ years of software development experience with object-oriented programming languages
- 5+ years of experience developing:
- Windows applications using Visual Studio or .NET
- OR Unix applications using makefiles or comparable build environment
- Experience with software version control and configuration management tools
- Strong programming skills in C/C++, C#, Java, or similar languages
- Familiarity with Windows Internals, APIs, and network/debugging tools (Wireshark, IDA Pro, Ghidra)
- 3+ years of experience leading complex software development projects and teams
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environmen
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant software development experience
- Experience in Computer Network Exploitation (CNE) development is a plus
- Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.
Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.
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What We Do
Independent Software is a professional services company providing Information Technology products and services to mission-oriented Federal Civilian Agencies and DoD. The company has focused on support to the Intelligence Community (IC) in Maryland, Florida, and North Carolina, as well as select commercial client markets outside of the IC.
We are driven to perform for our clients, protect our professional staff, and improve shareholder value. Working with new and evolving technologies supporting Software Development, Cyber Security, and System Engineering is part of our daily life. Employee and client satisfaction are key metrics for our corporate management team. Maintaining positive relationships with all our industry partners, large and small has delivered impressive business results. Our Mission and Vision statements speak to these values.
Mission Statement
We provide our clients the peace of mind that their business is operating in a secure environment. We do this by delivering high-quality, innovative cyber security and data analysis services and solutions.
Vision Statement
Independent Software will be a recognized leader in cyber security and data analysis solutions by delivering outstanding service and superior outcomes for our clients.
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