Software Engineer III

Job Title: Software Engineer III Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Local * * * The Opportunity: Lead software engineering efforts for Department of Defense intelligence, electronic warfare, and cyber systems. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will: Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications and systems for mission-critical DoD intelligence and operational systems Lead the architecture and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions Develop mission capabilities for SIGINT, EW, and Cyber Operations platforms Apply modern software development methodologies including Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD practices Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software development teams Interface with product managers, systems engineers, and cross-functional teams across government and industry partners Solve complex technical problems and recommend enhancements to software architecture Responsibilities: Design and implement enterprise-level software architectures using modern programming languages and frameworks Develop Digital Signal Processing (DSP) applications for SIGINT, EW, and Cyber solutions Design and implement distributed and asynchronous programming models for mission systems Design and document hardware/software interfaces between system components Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration, and deployment automation Develop microservices architectures and service-based applications with RESTful APIs Write and maintain scripts using Python, Bash, or other scripting languages for automation and deployment Design production-grade applications with security, diagnostics, maintainability, scalability, auditing, and complex multi-layer troubleshooting capabilities Integrate systems with enterprise services, databases, and cloud architectures Apply software standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system lifecycle Conduct code reviews, develop coding standards, and ensure software quality and security compliance Develop technical documentation including software design documents, API specifications, and user guides Support integration and test events including development, operational, and acceptance testing Lead architectural discussions and influence technical direction of software development initiatives Qualifications: Required: Active Secret security clearance Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Mathematics with concentration in computer science 10+ years of professional experience with software engineering Strong experience with applying programming concepts in professional environments using languages such as Java, C++, Python, or similar Demonstrated experience with modern software development methodologies including Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD practices Experience designing, developing, and deploying production software applications Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and best practices Experience with version control systems such as Git and collaborative development workflows Proficiency with automated testing frameworks and quality assurance practices Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior engineers Desired: Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification Experience with CMOSS/MORA interface standards and VPX architectures Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration platforms Experience with DevSecOps pipeline tooling such as GitLab, Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube, JFrog Artifactory, Ansible, Foreman, or Fortify Experience with Web Technologies such as Angular, React, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS Experience with database programming including SQL and NoSQL databases Experience in microservice architectures and API development Working knowledge of signal processing fundamentals and RF systems Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, or GNU Radio for signal processing applications Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or on-premises cloud solutions Experience with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and secure coding practices Understanding of Risk Management Framework (RMF) and system security authorization processes Familiarity with Intelligence Community systems and data formats Experience supporting government program offices in intelligence or defense sectors Knowledge of distributed computing, parallel processing, or high-performance computing - What You Can Expect:  A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can