Job Description:

Quevera is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer – Cryptography & Key Management with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to support mission-critical programs in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. In this role, you will support the productization of mission-focused software solutions for deployment across broader Department of Defense (DoD) environments.

Working alongside a collaborative engineering and consulting team, you will design, develop, and enhance software solutions supporting encryption libraries, authorization workflows, and key management services. You’ll help remove customer-specific dependencies, abstract environment-specific configurations, and develop interfaces that enable secure solutions to operate across multiple customer environments.

As a Senior Software Engineer – Cryptography & Key Management, you'll have the opportunity to provide technical leadership, contribute to solution design and implementation, and support the development of secure, integrated software solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Job Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and enhance software solutions supporting productization efforts across Department of Defense environments.
Lead changes supporting the development of encryption libraries and key management services.
Support the removal of customer-specific dependencies and abstraction of environment-specific configurations.
Develop and enhance interfaces that enable authorization workflows and key management operations across multiple customer environments.
Support software development across major solution components, including clients, Portal, Proxy services, and OpenBao-based key management services.
Establish and apply software development best practices to support successful implementation of solution designs.
Contribute to solution design, implementation, system testing, and defect resolution.
Collaborate with project teams through technical communication, planning, and documentation.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to project team members throughout software development and implementation activities.
Manage day-to-day technical efforts supporting project accomplishments.
Participate in project planning and project status communications.
Develop detailed solutions for moderately complex projects while considering technical, schedule, and budget constraints.
Support the design, implementation, testing, and deployment of complex extensions and configurations addressing customer-specific business processes and workflows.
Identify technical risks and support the development of appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with customer management and technical teams to deliver integrated software solutions.
Support solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

Minimum Requirements:

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
Twelve (12) or more years of relevant professional experience.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Eight (8) years of equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
Ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships with team members and customers.
Ability to operate independently while delivering high-quality technical solutions.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively within team and matrixed environments.
Ability to independently manage multiple responsibilities and take ownership of assigned project or initiative components.
Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines or changing requirements.

Desired Skills:

Experience supporting Intelligence Community environments as a contractor.
Eight (8) or more years of Java development experience across Linux and Windows platforms or eight (8) or more years of experience developing with C and/or C++.
Proficiency in at least one additional high-level programming language, preferably Python, Go, or Rust.
Eight (8) or more years of experience with modern software development management.
Deep understanding of Agile methodologies.
Five (5) or more years of cryptographic experience, including a strong understanding of key management.
Five (5) or more years of experience developing or working with REST APIs.
Two (2) or more years of experience with cloud platforms, tools, and administration.
Five (5) or more years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience developing and supporting encryption libraries and key management services.
Experience working with OpenBao-based key management services.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to follow through on technical initiatives.
Ability to work effectively with virtual teams and within matrixed environments.

Why Join Quevera?

Award-Winning Culture

Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

Outstanding Benefits

We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
Employer-paid life insurance
$5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
Up to 6% 401(k) match
Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1

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Senior Software Engineer - Cryptography & Key Management