Technical Lead.

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Sterling, VA
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The Technical Lead oversees technical strategy, sets architectural direction, mentors staff, manages projects, and solves complex issues for timely delivery.
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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:
  • 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.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

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.
 

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We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.

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