AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Senior Software Engineer (Mission-Critical Systems)

Location US-DC-Washington
ID 2025-2194
Category
Software & Systems Development
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Clearance Required
Top Secret/SCI

Overview

THIS POSITION INCLUDES A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

 

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Engineer with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:
  • Work across cloud and on-premises environments using the latest tools and technologies.
  • Shape system architecture and influence project outcomes with your expertise.
  • Design, implement, and maintain scalable software systems to support data-driven applications and mission-critical workflows.
  • Develop and optimize back-end solutions using C#, ASP.NET, and SQL for managing large datasets and complex processing.
  • Collaborate with Web Application Developers to integrate front-end interfaces with robust back-end infrastructures.
  • Architect and deploy systems to streamline data collection, processing, and storage across cloud and on-premises environments.
  • Ensure high system performance, reliability, and scalability through effective code design, testing, and optimization.
  • Analyze technical requirements and translate them into scalable solutions aligned with business objectives.Support system updates, configuration, and troubleshooting in Linux (RHEL) environments.
  • Implement security best practices in compliance with DoD standards, ensuring systems are resilient against potential threats.
  • Work within Agile development teams to deliver high-quality solutions efficiently.

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility (required).
  • Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 7+ years of IT experience and 5+ years in software engineering or back-end development.
  • Current Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification.
  • Strong proficiency in C# and SQL (required).
  • Experience designing and implementing scalable system architectures.
  • Familiarity with data transformation processes and tools for large-scale analytics.
  • Strong knowledge of Agile development practices (e.g., Scrum, XP).
  • Experience troubleshooting and maintaining Linux systems (RHEL).
  • Experience working with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
  • Familiarity with Atlassian tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
  • Knowledge of front-end frameworks or languages to collaborate effectively with Web Application Developers.
  • Proficiency in additional programming languages like Python or Java.
  • Exposure to cloud technologies and environments such as AWS or Azure.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,600.00/Yr. - USD $232,600.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

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