Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.
Nightwing is seeking an experience Technical Lead. In this role, responsibilities would include overseeing technical strategy, setting architectural direction, establishing engineering solution, ensuring quality, mentoring staff, collaborating with other departments, and solving complex problems to meet project deadlines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and technical expertise implementing enterprise grade systems for Intelligence Community mission areas, with duties like code reviews, system design, and performance analysis.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical guidance, set the technical vision, and make critical decisions that shape project direction.
- Oversee project plans, schedules, and milestones to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
- Mentor, coach, and motivate team members; conduct code reviews and delegate tasks effectively.
- Analyze and troubleshoot complex technical issues, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Continuously evaluate and improve technical processes, tools, and procedures for greater efficiency.
- Liaise with stakeholders, write progress reports, and present project status to senior management.
- Stay current with the latest technology trends and help the team adopt new tools and practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Must have 14 years of related experience
- Must have 5 years’ experience supporting the mission
- An additional 6 years’ experience can be substituted with a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years’ experience can substituted with an Associate’s degree.
- A Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years additional related work experience maybe substituted for a Master’s degree.
- Deep understanding of software development methodologies and a relevant technology stack.
- Understanding of methodologies for integrating and modernizing applications (e.g., strangler fig pattern, API-Gateways)
- Proficiency in agile framework, processes, and principles
- Proficiency with DevSecOps principles and processes (e.g., CI/CD, TDD, feature flags, canaries)
- Proficiency with microservices and cloud architectures (e.g., Kubernetes, AWS)
- Experience in the Intelligence Customer space.
- Current TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Experience with project management, risk analysis, and technical architecture.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree
Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.
The salary associated with this position $122,000-$253,000 is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.Salary & Benefits
The salary associated with this position ($122,000-$253,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
Skills Required
- 14 years of related experience
- 5 years' experience supporting the mission
- Education/experience substitution rules: an additional 6 years' experience can be substituted with a Bachelor's degree and 4 years' experience can be substituted with an Associate's degree; a Bachelor's degree plus 5 years additional related work experience may be substituted for a Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Deep understanding of software development methodologies and a relevant technology stack
- Understanding of application integration and modernization methodologies (e.g., strangler fig pattern, API-Gateways)
- Proficiency in agile frameworks, processes, and principles
- Proficiency with DevSecOps principles and processes (e.g., CI/CD, TDD, feature flags, canaries)
- Proficiency with microservices and cloud architectures (e.g., Kubernetes, AWS)
- Experience in the Intelligence customer space
- Current TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph
- Experience with project management, risk analysis, and technical architecture
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Nightwing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nightwing and has not been reviewed or approved by Nightwing.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for cleared cyber/software roles, with examples of offers notably above prior jobs and senior-level expectations around $180,000–$200,000. Some candidates also report attractive packages that include signing bonuses in certain cases.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans are offered, with a planned 2025 package citing better healthcare options than those previously under RTX. This indicates active enhancement of core health benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO and paid holidays are provided, alongside paid parental leave for major family moments. These policies aim to support rest and family needs.
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