Staff Software Engineer (Cleared) in United States Embassy at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Staff Software Engineer (Cleared) based in the United States.

This role offers the opportunity to build secure, mission-critical software solutions that support important government and defense initiatives.
You will work alongside talented engineers, product specialists, and clients to deliver impactful technology through modern software practices.
The position focuses on hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and helping teams adopt agile, secure, and efficient development approaches.
You will contribute across the full software lifecycle, from architecture and implementation to testing, deployment, and continuous improvement.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, mentoring others, and using technology to create meaningful outcomes.
You will join a collaborative environment where innovation, autonomy, learning, and mission-driven engineering are central to the work.

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for designing, developing, and delivering secure software solutions while helping teams improve their engineering capabilities and delivery practices.

• Partner with clients, engineers, and cross-functional teams to build reliable software solutions that address complex mission requirements.
• Lead the development of scalable applications by contributing to architecture decisions, implementation strategies, testing practices, and continuous delivery workflows.
• Apply secure software development principles to reduce risk, improve system resilience, and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Introduce and promote engineering practices such as test-driven development, paired programming, continuous integration, and agile delivery methodologies.
• Collaborate directly with client engineering teams to share knowledge, improve workflows, and help establish modern software development capabilities.
• Build, test, and maintain software across frontend and backend systems while ensuring functionality meets user and business needs.
• Develop cloud-native applications and support modern deployment practices using containerization and DevSecOps tools.
• Champion AI-augmented engineering practices by leveraging modern tools to accelerate development cycles, improve productivity, and enhance software quality.
• Mentor engineers through technical guidance, collaboration, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Facilitate technical discussions, help teams make informed decisions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is an experienced software engineer with strong technical depth, security awareness, and the ability to lead through collaboration. You should be comfortable working in complex environments where engineering excellence and mission impact are equally important.

• Active U.S. Department of Defense security clearance required.
• U.S. citizenship required due to project requirements and government customer access.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience across multiple programming languages.
• Strong experience with full-stack software development, including frontend and backend technologies.
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, Kotlin, Ruby, or Elixir.
• Experience with frameworks and technologies including Spring Boot, React.js, Vue, or Redux.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, algorithms, databases, design patterns, and scalable system design.
• Hands-on experience with API development and Linux-based software environments.
• Experience with test-driven development (TDD), agile methodologies, and continuous delivery practices.
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with DevSecOps tools and workflows, including Git, GitLab CI, Concourse, SonarQube, Fortify, or ThreadFix.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a pair-programming environment.
• Passion for continuous learning, solving challenging problems, and improving engineering practices.
• Preferred experience includes mentoring engineers, leading development teams, working directly with clients, building cloud-native applications, or supporting government and defense software initiatives.

• Competitive annual salary range of $168,993–$211,241, based on experience, qualifications, skills, and market alignment.
• Fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
• Comprehensive health benefits with company support for employee and dependent coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance fully covered for employees and dependents.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a 10% employer match.
• Four weeks of combined vacation and sick leave, plus federal holidays, birthday leave, jury duty leave, and bereavement leave.
• Annual professional development budget of up to $4,000 for training, certifications, events, and learning resources.
• Wellness reimbursement program supporting healthy lifestyle activities.
• Company-provided MacBook Pro and required equipment.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly support critical missions and public-sector innovation.
• Travel opportunities of up to 25% may be required for customer engagements and project activities.