Sr. Software Developer

Job Family:

Software Development & Support

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Top Secret (TS)

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable full-stack applications supporting a mission-critical federal GRC platform
• Implement modern application architectures and reusable components to support enterprise-level system integration and performance
• Apply secure coding practices and application security principles to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and reduce system vulnerabilities
• Integrate security controls into the development lifecycle, aligning to DevSecOps practices and supporting continuous monitoring objectives
• Participate in Agile development teams, contributing to sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery of enhancements and new capabilities
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support automated build, test, security scanning, and deployment processes
• Collaborate with system engineers, architects, and cybersecurity teams to deliver solutions that align with RMF, FISMA, and enterprise GRC requirements
• Support integration of data sources, APIs, and analytics capabilities to enhance reporting, automation, and system usability
• Perform code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality, reliable application performance in production environments
• Contribute to modernization efforts by enhancing system functionality, improving performance, and reducing technical debt
• Support operational sustainment activities, including defect resolution, system monitoring, and performance tuning in a secure production environment

What You Will Need:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of EIGHT (8)+ years of overall work experience.
• Ideal experience would be in software development, including full-stack application development in enterprise environments
• Experience in supporting federal IT systems, preferably in cybersecurity, GRC, or compliance-driven environments
• Hands-on experience with full-stack development, including front-end frameworks and back-end services
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and application security principles (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Experience implementing DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and security integration
• Familiarity with application security tools such as static and dynamic code analysis and vulnerability scanning
• Experience working in Agile development environments, including participation in sprint ceremonies and iterative delivery
• Ability to support applications operating in production environments, including troubleshooting, performance tuning, and incident resolution
• Experience integrating applications with enterprise systems, APIs, and data platforms
• Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a "TOP SECRET" security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE "TOP SECRET" or higher-level clearance are preferred.
• US Citizenship is contractually required.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience supporting federal GRC, cybersecurity, or compliance platforms, including systems aligned to RMF and FISMA
• Familiarity with enterprise-scale, multi-tenant systems supporting multiple organizations or agencies
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using modern tools and automation frameworks
• Knowledge of DevSecOps toolchains, including code repositories, build automation, and security scanning tools
• Experience with cloud-ready or hybrid architectures and supporting system modernization efforts
• Familiarity with integrating continuous monitoring data sources such as vulnerability scanning or security event data
• Professional certifications such as Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), Security+, or cloud certifications
• Experience working in cleared environments or supporting systems with classified requirements

The annual salary range for this position is $149,000.00-$248,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include