Logistics Management Institute

Staff Software Engineer, Defense Applications - Clearance Required

Logistics Management Institute$134K — $232K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Eight or more years of professional software engineering experience.
  • Strong proficiency with JavaScript or TypeScript, React, and modern web-application development.
  • Experience developing backend services, APIs, and data-intensive applications.
  • Experience building applications on Palantir Foundry or a comparable enterprise data platform.
  • Demonstrated ownership of significant software capability from architecture to production deployment.
  • Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Own the design and delivery of user-facing defense applications.
  • Build responsive interfaces, backend services, APIs, and data integrations.
  • Develop applications using Palantir Foundry capabilities and modern web frameworks.
  • Work directly with Army users and product designers to understand workflows and refine capabilities.
  • Establish strong practices for architecture, testing, code review, security, CI/CD, and production operations.
  • Diagnose complex application and integration issues across the stack.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to technical decisions across the broader platform.

Benefits

  • Work on projects that directly support U.S. Army technology modernization efforts.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and collaboration with product teams and military users.
  • Develop applications using cutting-edge technologies like Palantir Foundry.
  • Engagement in a hands-on role that influences architectural decisions.
  • Potential for professional growth by owning features throughout their lifecycle.
Full Job Description
Overview

LMI is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to build user-facing applications supporting a U.S. Army technology modernization program. This engineer will own application capabilities from user need through production delivery using Palantir Foundry and modern web technologies.

 

This is a hands-on role for an engineer who can work across the stack, make architectural decisions, and build software directly with users and product teams.

 

Responsibilities
  • Own the design and delivery of user-facing defense applications.
  • Build responsive interfaces, backend services, APIs, and data integrations.
  • Develop applications using Palantir Foundry capabilities and modern web frameworks.
  • Work directly with Army users and product designers to understand workflows and refine capabilities.
  • Establish strong practices for architecture, testing, code review, security, CI/CD, and production operations.
  • Diagnose complex application and integration issues across the stack.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to technical decisions across the broader platform.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Eight or more years of professional software-engineering experience.
  • Strong proficiency with JavaScript or TypeScript, React, and modern web-application development.
  • Experience developing backend services, APIs, and data-intensive applications.
  • Experience building applications on Palantir Foundry or a comparable enterprise data platform.
  • Demonstrated ownership of a significant software capability from architecture through production deployment.
  • Experience supporting a Department of Defense customer.
  • Active Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting the U.S. Army.
  • Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry, Army Vantage, OSDK, Workshop, or AIP.
  • Experience with Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
  • Familiarity with Army acquisition or program-management processes.
  • Experience with cloud platforms, DevSecOps, and AI-assisted development tools.

The target salary range for this position is $134,367 - $232,404

 

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.   

 

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements for a U.S. Government security clearance. Only US Citizens are eligible for a security clearance. For this position, LMI will only consider applicants with security clearances or applicants who are eligible for security clearances, due to the nature of the work.

Job LocationsUS-VA-Fort Belvoir

About Logistics Management Institute

Logistics Management Institute (LMI) is a consulting firm dedicated to improving the management of government. LMI provides leaders with the objective analysis, tools, and programs they need to make informed decisions for their organizations. LMI is a not-for-profit organization that has been providing innovative solutions to complex problems since 1961. LMI serves clients in the federal government, state and local governments, and the private sector.
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