Senior Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 1 day ago • Updated 2 hours ago
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Skills

  • Reasoning
  • Mentorship
  • Systems Architecture
  • Security Clearance
  • Software Engineering
  • Systems Analysis
  • Software Design
  • Software Development
  • Software Development Methodology
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Database Administration
  • IDMS
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Oracle
  • Database
  • Programming Languages
  • C
  • C++
  • Java
  • Ruby on Rails
  • Legacy Systems
  • Modeling
  • Visual Basic
  • IBM Rational Rose XDE
  • Embedded Systems
  • Apache Struts
  • HTML
  • JavaScript
  • Defect Tracking
  • Performance Testing
  • HP LoadRunner
  • Usability Testing

Summary

About the Role

Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission, we are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (SME) with deep technical expertise to lead complex engineering initiatives. This is a high-impact role designed for a seasoned professional who can navigate the complexities of modern software design while understanding the critical nature of government sponsor requirements. As an SME, you will not just write code; you will analyze requirements, design foundational solutions, and perform high-level synthesis of operational data to drive sound technical decisions for our nation's most vital systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply advanced engineering principles and modern software design techniques to analyze requirements and design end-to-end solutions.
  • Develop, install, and configure computer programs and supporting technologies to meet specific sponsor directions.
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues by performing rigorous root-cause analysis and evaluating alternative technical approaches.
  • Recommend cost-effective, high-performance courses of action for system improvements and optimizations.
  • Anticipate and adapt to changing requirements and environments, assessing the impact of operational changes on overall system outcomes.
  • Apply deductive and inductive reasoning to synthesize complex information and derive sound technical conclusions.
  • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in best practices for software development and system architecture.


Required Experience/Clearance

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance (Specific level determined by project).
  • 10 + years of experience in software engineering, design, and systems analysis.
  • Demonstrated mastery in modern software design techniques and the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
  • Extensive experience in root-cause analysis and troubleshooting complex, large-scale enterprise systems.
  • Proven track record of delivering technical decisions that balance operational needs with cost-effectiveness and infrastructure constraints.


Desired Experience

  • Experience with database management systems including CA-IDMS, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle DBMS.
  • Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as C, C++, Java, and Ruby on Rails.
  • Experience with legacy technologies and modeling tools like Visual Basic, SIMULA, and IBM Rational Rose XDE.
  • Background in embedded development tools and web platforms including Apache Struts, HTML, and JavaScript.F
  • Familiarity with defect tracking and performance testing tools such as LoadRunner and usability testing methodologies.
  • Experience working within a government sponsor environment or supporting Federal IT modernization projects.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 10429745
  • Position Id: 03b22595-722e-4a0d-ab21-b471128e3bf6
  • Posted 1 day ago

Company Info

About Redhorse Corporation

Redhorse Corporation is comprised of Engineers, Data Scientists and Subject Matter Experts adept in tailoring mission-focused solutions. Serving more than twenty Federal Agencies, (from National Security to Cyber Analytics, Energy, Environmental, and Federal Civilian), all while enriching our customer’s needs with our experience and backgrounds in the federal government, military, and academia.

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