Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
Location: National Capital Region (NCR) or San Antonio, TX

Nightwing is seeking Software Engineer that supports the design, development, testing, and deployment of complex software systems for mission-critical offensive cyber operations. This position applies software engineering principles and SAFe Agile methodologies to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance applications. The engineer works within cross-functional teams to implement features that meet technical, functional, and security requirements throughout the software lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop software features according to user stories and acceptance criteria
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
Implement automated unit and integration tests (80% coverage minimum)
Participate in code reviews and pair programming
Support DevSecOps pipeline implementation and maintenance
Develop microservices using containerization technologies
Integrate with Government platform services and APIs
Participate in all team-level SAFe ceremonies
Support troubleshooting and production issue resolution
Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge transfer

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 7 years of software development experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent substitution)
Proficiency in one or more languages: Python, Java, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript
Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Experience with test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing
Familiarity with Git version control and collaborative development
Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation
Experience with Linux/Unix environments
Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph
Must be U.S. citizen
Must be located in NCR or San Antonio area

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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