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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Technical Lead to join our team! In this role you will get to lead an individual scrum team assigned to a software effort that analyzes, designs, and develops computer software required to support hardware or technical service products.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provides leadership, responsibility, and ownership of a specific technical effort
Manages program and project implementation and makes significant contributions to department goals and planning efforts.
Contributes to and may lead the planning and implementation of large programs in the function, interfacing with senior management and executive leadership.
Builds innovative, robust, and efficient software solutions as the leader of a team
Plays a role in overall functional strategic planning.
Investigates and resolves defects related to the developed software systems.
Oversees the quality of test activities during the release of products to production.
Acts as a resource to managers and employees in the organization.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related technical field
8+ years of related professional experience
Must possess a SECRET Clearance (highly preferred TS/SCI or above)
Proven leadership and technical capability
Proficiency in object-oriented software design, containerization, and CI/CD deployments
Ability to demonstrate advanced subject matter expertise
Advanced technical and operational proficiency in software engineering
Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles and practices
Advanced written and oral communications skills
Ability to troubleshoot production issues, under pressure and/or deadlines
Proficient in developing software in one or more operating systems environment (Windows, Linux, etc)
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Advanced time management and organizational skills
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.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: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We 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
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field
- 8+ years of related professional experience
- Active Secret security clearance
- TS/SCI or above (highly preferred)
- Proven leadership and technical capability
- Proficiency in object-oriented software design
- Proficiency in containerization
- Proficiency in CI/CD deployments
- Advanced technical and operational proficiency in software engineering
- Advanced knowledge of software engineering principles and practices
- Advanced written and oral communications skills
- Ability to troubleshoot production issues under pressure and deadlines
- Proficient in developing software in Windows and Linux environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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.
