Accenture

Software Engineer - SME

Accenture$106K — $221K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in enterprise-scale software development.
  • Expertise in modern programming languages, software design patterns, and architectures.
  • Strong knowledge of application security and secure coding practices.
  • Experience with DevSecOps practices including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and develop standards.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of enterprise-scale software solutions.
  • Establish architectural frameworks and development best practices.
  • Modernize existing applications to meet enterprise goals.
  • Ensure secure software delivery within complex environments.
  • Implement application security and secure coding practices.
  • Drive DevSecOps practices and manage CI/CD pipelines.
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to engineering teams.

Benefits

  • Wide variety of benefits offered.
  • Support for professional certifications in relevant fields.
  • Opportunity for ongoing learning and development.
Full Job Description
Who you are:

We are seeking a Software Developer - Subject Matter Expert (SME) who will serve as the principal authority for enterprise software architecture, development standards, application modernization, and secure software delivery across complex environments. This role involves leading the design, development, testing, and enhancement of enterprise applications while establishing architectural frameworks, best practices, and modernization strategies. The position combines strategic technical leadership with hands-on engineering expertise to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions aligned with enterprise objectives, zero-trust principles, and interoperability requirements.

What you do:
  • Lead the design and development of enterprise-scale software solutions.
  • Establish architectural frameworks and development best practices.
  • Modernize and enhance existing applications to align with enterprise objectives.
  • Ensure secure software delivery across complex environments.
  • Implement application security and secure coding practices.
  • Drive DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and version control systems.
  • Lead technical initiatives and establish enterprise development standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address interoperability requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.

What you need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in designing and developing enterprise-scale software solutions.
  • Expertise in modern programming languages, software design patterns, and application architectures.
  • Strong knowledge of application security, secure coding practices, and software quality assurance.
  • Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and version control systems.
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and establish enterprise development standards.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.

Nice to have:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
  • Experience supporting federal, defense, intelligence, or highly regulated environments.
  • Expertise in cloud-native architectures, microservices, containers, and modern application platforms.
  • Experience addressing cross-domain or cross-enclave interoperability challenges.
  • Knowledge of zero-trust architecture and secure enterprise application development.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud technologies, software architecture, Agile, cybersecurity, or DevSecOps.

Eligibility Requirements:
  • US Person
  • Active Top Secret security clearance


As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland. The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$106,300-$221,100 USD

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
Learn more about Accenture
Size
624,000 employees
Market Cap
$173.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+11.2%
Revenue
$44.7 billion
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