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Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

Nt ConceptsChantilly, VA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

NT Concepts is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to addressing the most critical challenges in National Security. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission-driven work.

At NT Concepts, we value initiative, creativity, and continuous self-improvement. If you are a motivated and talented software engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and discover new opportunities for growth and development.

Clearance : An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates with an active TS / SCI or TS / SCI with Polygraph are strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required.

Location :   Chantilly, VA with 50% remote flexibility

As a Senior Software Engineer on our solutions delivery team, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that drive the digital transformation of critical government systems. You will collaborate with a talented team to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge solutions that make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities :

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore new ideas and technologies, and drive the adoption of lean agile practices
  • Design, develop, and deploy software solutions using modern tech stacks and Ops methodologies (DataOps / DevSecOps / MLOps)
  • Work closely with customers to understand their unique technical and data challenges, and develop creative solutions to address them
  • Take ownership of code quality, testing, and iteration, with a focus on continuous improvement and automation
  • Coding solutions that adhere to customer security and requirements
  • Ensure compliance with software design, development, testing, integration, and sustainment standards
  • Research technology solutions, prioritize assignments, and work to resolve issues based on customer and business requirements
  • Ensure that products are designed and developed for scalability, robustness, maintainability, and interoperability
  • Create, implement, and adopt Development Best Practices

Qualifications :

  • 6+ years of experience with full-stack software development leveraging multiple programming languages (e.g. Python, Django, Angular, TypeScript)
  • Clearance : An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates with an active TS / SCI or TS / SCI with Polygraph are strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Experience with containerization software (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker)
  • Experience with cloud container orchestration and deployment (e.g., Fargate, ACI, EKS / ECS, GKE, AKS)
  • Experience with API design and implementation
  • Experience working with a DevOps team
  • Experience working with databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.) to include :
  • Basic understanding of relational database design principles (e.g. Normalization vs Denormalization)

  • General knowledge of database administration concepts (e.g. users, schemas, constraints)
  • Basic query development experience
  • Experience supporting code reviews
  • Experience working in a fast-paced agile environment
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Git version control systems
  • Proven experience with modern tech stacks and Ops methodologies (DataOps / DevSecOps / MLOps)
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment
  • Strong desire to learn, grow, and improve, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions that meet customer need
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Preferred candidates present experience working on the backend with a Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern
  • Experience working with Python for backend development is ideal
  • Preferred experience with Fargate container environments
  • Experience developing long-running ETL processes
  • Experience with Cloud Providers, preferably AWS
  • Preferred Certifications include Amazon Developer Associate, Amazon Solutions Architect Associate
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with Sponsor Information System Security Managers (ISSMs) to ensure security compliance of software
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds at times.
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    About NT Concepts

    Founded in 1998 and headquartered in the Washington DC Metro area, NT Concepts is a private, mid-tier company with clients spanning the Intelligence and Defense communities. We deliver end-to-end ​data and technology solutions ​that advance the modernization, transformation, and automation of the national security mission—solutions with real impact developed in a strong engineering culture that encourages technical growth, leadership, and creative “big idea” problem-solving.

    Employees are the core of NT Concepts. We understand that world-changing concepts happen in collaborative environments. We are a company where talented teams work together using innovation and expertise to solve our clients’ most critical challenges. Here, you’ll  gain competitive benefits , opportunities to bolster your skills and develop new abilities, and a company culture dedicated to support and service. In addition to our benefits program, we encourage our employees to take part in #NTC_GivesBack , which paves the way for positive social change.

    If joining a stable company with strong professional growth opportunities resonates with you, and you seek vital, mission-driven projects (for some pretty cool clients) that use your specific talents, we’d love to have you move forward with us.

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