Job Description :
Competitive Range partners with the government to plan and deploy complex, IT-enabled, and mission-essential capabilities. Our goal is to help you develop and expand your professional capabilities while working on challenging, exciting projects in a collaborative, congenial environment.
We are seeking a Software Developer (Journeyman) to provide expertise in technical design, development, implementation, and optimization of software solutions for large-scale DoD systems . This role involves programming, testing, debugging, analysis, and system enhancement , ensuring high-performing software solutions that align with national security objectives .
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop detailed technical designs and software solutions using existing and emerging technology platforms .
- Design, code, test, debug, and implement software applications to support DoD systems.
- Conduct organizational needs assessments , aligning software development initiatives with operational goals.
- Review, analyze, and modify programming systems , ensuring optimized encoding, testing, and installation for large-scale deployments .
- Maintain software performance efficiency , identifying and resolving system issues.
- Collaborate with teams to integrate secure software development methodologies into DoD infrastructure.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for software development, system revisions, and operational improvements.
- Ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies , security standards, and risk management frameworks.
Required Qualifications :
Active Secret Clearance : TS preferred.Education :Bachelor’s degree in computer science , Information Systems, or related field OR equivalent work experience.
Experience :4 years ’ experience with a master’s degree or higher OR
2 years ’ experience with a Doctorate Degree OR6 years ’ experience with a bachelor’s degree OR8 years ’ experience with an associate’s degree .Skills :Strong proficiency in software development, programming languages, debugging, and testing methodologies .
Ability to design and modify large-scale DoD software systems , ensuring efficiency and security.Understanding of network security, encryption protocols, and secure coding best practices .Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with classified defense software systems and military cybersecurity operations .Familiarity with cloud-based software solutions (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) .Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, AWS Certified Developer, or DoD-approved software engineering credentials .