Software Developer (TS/SCI)

Job Description

Kavaliro is seeking a Software Developer for our client to join an experienced engineering team supporting the development, modernization, and long-term sustainment of mission-critical applications within the Intelligence Community. This role is well suited for a mid- to senior-level developer who enjoys tackling complex technical problems and can work comfortably across both modernized platforms and established legacy systems.

The ideal candidate will bring strong Java and C++ development experience, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to adapt to evolving technical requirements in a mission-focused environment.

Pay: $130,000.00 - 140,000.00 per year

What You’ll Do

• Work as part of a small, highly experienced engineering team supporting application sustainment, new feature development, and modernization initiatives
• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain mission-critical software applications
• Develop core application functionality used by geographically distributed customers across the Intelligence Community
• Support the ongoing enhancement and modernization of existing software and services
• Troubleshoot technical issues and help provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support to users and customers
• Design, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to support consistent and reliable software releases
• Analyze existing applications, dependencies, and technical architecture to implement enhancements with minimal impact to ongoing operations
• Collaborate with other developers and engineers to improve application performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience developing, deploying, and supporting production software
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
• Strong hands-on development experience with Java and C++
• Python development experience is preferred
• Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production-grade software systems
• Proficiency working in Linux/Unix environments, preferably Rocky Linux, RHEL, or similar
• Experience with Git and modern version-control practices
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and collaboration skills
• Active TS security clearance required; TS/SCI is preferred

Preferred Experience

Software Development & Engineering

• Experience with software testing, debugging, profiling, and performance optimization
• Ability to troubleshoot complex applications involving multiple programming languages and technologies
• Experience reviewing existing codebases, identifying dependencies, and making targeted changes without disrupting production operations

Application Modernization & Architecture

• Experience modernizing legacy applications through techniques such as containerization, modular architecture, and interface/API improvements
• Understanding of strategies for reducing technical debt while improving application maintainability
• Knowledge of horizontal and vertical scalability concepts
• Experience improving application architecture for long-term reliability and growth

Security & Compliance

• Experience applying secure software development practices
• Understanding of security controls, compliance requirements, and their impact on software development and deployment
• Ability to incorporate security considerations throughout the application development life cycle

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Job Requirements

On-Site