Lead Software Engineer

Job Number: R0239168

Software Engineer, Lead
The Opportunity :

Are you looking for an opportunity to not just develop sof t war e, but to build state-of-the-art systems and technology while focusing on GPS, navigation, and navigation security? As a full-stack developer, you can solve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast-paced, agile environment. We're looking for a developer with the skills needed to implement novel solutions to complex and open-ended problems from vision to production-ready system.

This role is more than just coding; we value ownership and problem-solving over syntax. We need a cross-platform, AI-enabled engineer who will use their passion to learn new tools and techniques and identify and implement system improvements. The sof t war e you support will include C# and .NET technologies, but your value will be in pushing the team for war d with AI-first sof t war e development and guiding the team's solutions to adapt as the customer's requirements evolve. Using C#, object-oriented programming, sof t war e architecture and design, you'll lead the development team to create cloud-native sof t war e in prototype and production configurations and develop robust code for novel applications in a fast-paced environment. Join us as we build systems to change the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing field for the better.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with sof t war e engineering for operational systems, including comprehending development lifecycles
• 3+ years of experience developing sof t war e architecture and implementing design
• 3+ years of experience leading projects as part of a small, dynamic team
• Experience with Agile met hodology, extreme programming, sof t war e engineering, product management, and sof t war e products
• Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications
• Experience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization
• Experience creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative, cross-functional team
• Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance
• Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Sof t war e Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Nice If You Have:

• Experience developing with C# in Visual Studio or other object-oriented programming language
• Experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing releases across environments
• Experience designing and interfacing with SQL databases, including MySQL
• Experience with unit testing
• Experience with prototyping and rapid development
• Knowledge of cryptographic and security algorithms
• Knowledge of the Space Force Global Positioning System
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree in Sof t war e Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.