Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a TS / SCI-Cleared Full-Stack Software Engineer for a leading Intelligence Community (IC) technology partner.
This role requires a highly driven, technically strong engineer with a solid programming foundation, expertise in modern distributed systems, and the ability to learn quickly in a mission-critical environment. The engineer will contribute to the development, deployment, and sustainment of secure applications supporting national-level intelligence operations. Success in this role requires adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and deploy mission-focused software applications used across Intelligence Community operations.
- Build and maintain Python-based systems, ensuring strong unit testing coverage and adherence to secure development standards.
- Design and work with web-connected application components, including RESTful interfaces, websockets, and database-driven features.
- Participate in CI / CD workflows and support containerized deployments leveraging modern DevOps tools and concepts.
- Contribute to scalable system designs, understanding vertical and horizontal scaling across distributed architectures.
- Support ETL pipelines, data movement processes, and ingestion frameworks as part of larger analytical toolchains.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams specializing in signal processing, system design, and mission application development.
- Ensure all work aligns with classified program requirements, security constraints, and TS / SCI standards.
- Document development work clearly and provide technical updates to leadership and mission stakeholders.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline required.Experience
Minimum 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.Strong background in Python programming and unit testing.Understanding of CI / CD pipelines, containerization concepts, scaling fundamentals, and distributed systems.Familiarity with Kubernetes, ETL pipelines, SQL databases, RESTful interfaces, and websockets.Certifications / Clearance
Active TS / SCI clearance is required.U.S. Citizenship required.Nice to Have (Not Required)
Experience creating or editing Helm charts.Familiarity with Argo CD, Argo Workflows, or GitLab CI jobs.Exposure to S3 / MinIO object storage.Understanding of pub / sub systems such as RabbitMQ or Kafka.Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Ability to learn quickly and adapt to mission-driven priorities.Excellent communication skills for collaborating with classified program teams.High attention to detail with a commitment to secure, reliable code.Benefits
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.Competitive compensation aligned with cleared-engineering market rates.Opportunity to work on impactful, mission-critical systems supporting national intelligence operations.Access to cutting-edge technology stacks used across the IC and DoD ecosystem.Professional development, training, and growth opportunities in cleared engineering and system design.Supportive, high-performance team culture focused on innovation and mission success.Competitive Compensation – Salary aligned with experience and clearance level, plus performance-based bonuses.Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; mental health resources; HSA / FSA options.Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company match to help secure your future.Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, federal holidays, and sick leave to balance work and life.Professional Development – Reimbursement for certifications, conferences, and advanced training.Cutting-Edge Work Environment – Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified projects at the forefront of signal processing research.Team Culture – Small, collaborative team setting with direct impact on project outcomes.Career Growth – Clear paths for advancement and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized technical roles.Security Perks – Roles requiring TS / SCI clearance come with stability and long-term project funding.Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options where mission requirements allow.