SME Software Engineer Lead

Primary Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and optimize software systems to meet defined functional and technical requirements. - Build application components, APIs, automation features, and ETL pipelines that collect, clean, and transform data. - Develop and maintain automation frameworks and integrate with identity and access management systems, HR data sources, and directory services. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, perform rigorous testing and documentation, and deliver reliable software capabilities. - Prepare and execute a Software Engineering Plan (SWP) for managing the System software lifecycle. - Establish and operate a SAFE Agile development process, prioritizing product backlog items and scheduling them into specific Agile sprint cycles. - Maintain and operate the DevSecOps factory, process, documentation, policies, thresholds, and associated automated pipelines. - Perform software development and integration for System software, including infrastructure, data tools, services, cybersecurity, and user interfaces. - Plan, design, and implement software testing tools, processes, and procedures. - Conduct Configuration Management operations to control and report IT components. - Establish and maintain development, test, integration, staging, and production environments. - Manage a team of 8-15 direct reports, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance evaluations. - Lead design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of secure, scalable enterprise software solutions. - Ensure implementation of DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. - Maintain and enhance software baselines including source code, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) artifacts. - Ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53, RMF, STIGs, and Zero Trust principles. - Resolve complex, cross-domain software integration issues. Basic Qualifications: - Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility. - Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience. - Current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification appropriate for Advanced System Administrator roles. - Minimum of 10 years of experience in software engineering and development. - Proven experience with Agile software development methodologies, particularly SAFE Agile. - Strong knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices including automated CI/CD workflows. - Proficiency in developing and maintaining automation frameworks and integrating with identity/access management. - Experience developing containerized applications (Docker, Kubernetes) in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP). - Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring technical teams. Preferred Qualifications: - Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly. - SAFe Agilist (SA) or related SAFe certification. - Experience supporting software engineering across NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS environments. - Experience with cloud-based data, analytics, AI capabilities, and Zero Trust architecture patterns. - Advanced cloud certification (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect - Professional).