Software Developer (Senior)

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 Senior Software Developer to contribute to the technical design, development, implementation, and optimization of large-scale DoD software systems . This role requires expertise in coding, testing, debugging, system performance analysis, and secure software development , ensuring the efficiency and reliability of mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and implement software solutions using existing and emerging technology platforms .
• Create detailed technical designs to ensure alignment with DoD cybersecurity and operational standards .
• Code, test, debug, and install software applications , optimizing performance and security.
• Conduct organizational needs analysis , ensuring software development efforts align with defense mission goals .
• Review, analyze, and modify programming systems , implementing scalable and efficient solutions.
• Maintain operational efficiency of existing systems , identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Maintain documentation records for system development, modifications, and updates.
• Ensure compliance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and cybersecurity policies .
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams , including cybersecurity professionals, system engineers, and mission planners.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in computer science , Information Systems, or related field OR equivalent work experience.

2 years of experience with a master’s degree or higher OR

Proficiency in software development, debugging, testing, and system performance optimization .

Preferred Qualifications :