Software Engineer, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton

$86K — $198K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience for operational systems
  • 3+ years of software architecture development and design implementation
  • 3+ years of project leadership in a small team environment
  • Experience with Agile methodology and extreme programming
  • Proficient in writing and enhancing application source code
  • Experience in automating workflow and resolving client requirements
  • Ability to collaborate on complex problem-solving with cross-functional teams
  • Secret clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of cloud-native software applications
  • Implement AI-first software development practices
  • Drive team discussions on evolving customer requirements
  • Develop robust code for innovative applications
  • Guide the continuous improvement of systems and processes
  • Collaborate with automated testing tools for maintenance and testing
  • Create end-to-end software solutions addressing complex navigation challenges

Benefits

  • Health, life, and disability insurance
  • Financial and retirement benefits
  • Paid leave and professional development opportunities
  • Tuition assistance and work-life balance programs
  • Recognition awards for exceptional performance
Full Job Description
Software Engineer, Lead

TheOpportunity:

Are you looking for an opportunity to not just develop software, but to buildstate-of-the-artsystems and technology while focusing onGPS, 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.Werelooking 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 engineerwho will use their passion to learn new tools and techniques andidentifyand implement system improvements.The software you support will include C# and .NET technologies, but your value will be in pushing theteam forward with AI-first software developmentandguiding the teams solutions to adapt as the customers requirements evolve.Using C#, object-oriented programming, software architecture and design,youll leadthe development team to createcloud-nativesoftware in prototype and production configurations and develop robust code for novel applications in a fast-pacedenvironment.Join us as we build systems to change the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing field for the better.

Join us. The world cant wait.

You Have:

  • 5+ years of experience with software engineering for operational systems, including comprehending development lifecycles

  • 3+ years of experience developing software architecture and implementing design

  • 3+ years ofexperienceleadingprojects as part of a small, dynamic team

  • Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, software engineering, product management, and software 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

  • Bachelors degree in Software 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 andinterfacing withSQL databases, including MySQL

  • Experience with unit testing

  • Experience with prototyping and rapid development

  • Knowledge of cryptographic and security algorithms

  • Knowledge of theSpaceForce Global Positioning System

  • Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • TS/SCI clearance

  • Masters degree in Software 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 isrequired.

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 Allens 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 individuals 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 Allens 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.

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