Lead Principal Software Engineer

At Two Six Technologies, we are at the forefront of innovation, crafting, deploying, and implementing cutting-edge solutions to address some of the most intricate challenges the world faces today. With a commitment to unparalleled collaboration and steadfast trust, we redefine possibilities, empowering our team and enabling our clients to create a safer global environment.Opportunity Overview:We are currently in search of a talented Principal Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves working on multi-domain platforms that support essential national security functions utilizing the latest modern frameworks. You’ll be instrumental in resolving complex challenges related to large-scale data investigation and analysis, facilitating real-time collaboration, managing tasks and resources, and summarizing and visualizing high-dimensional data to help non-experts tackle sophisticated inquiries. The right candidate will possess a robust technical background, outstanding leadership abilities, and a fervor for delivering top-tier software that adheres to the highest quality standards.The role is hybrid, requiring the selected individual to be present in our Arlington, VA office up to three days a week.Key Responsibilities:Lead the comprehensive technical strategy for distributed systems, encompassing architecture and framework selection, implementation, and optimization, while mentoring engineers and enforcing engineering best practices.Collaborate with technical leadership to enhance developer ergonomics, software quality, and security while upholding engineering policies.Boost operational efficiency by refining processes, implementing scalable solutions, and proficiently managing expectations through effective change management.Present technical and programmatic designs, roadmaps, and achievements to both internal and external stakeholders.Design and construct complex platform architectures, including distributed or decentralized topologies, scalable and efficient data infrastructure, APIs, message queuing and event streaming, secure authentication and authorization, as well as containerization and orchestration.Oversee the development team to deliver capabilities and integrations aligned with business goals.Take an active role in recruiting and mentoring junior engineers, aligning project tasks with their career aspirations.

Join Systems Technology Research as a Lead Software Engineer, where you will spearhead innovative software solutions that drive our mission forward. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge software applications. Your expertise will help shape the future of our technology landscape, as you mentor junior engineers and ensure best practices are followed throughout the development lifecycle.

Join Two Six Technologies as a Lead Software Reverse Engineer and play a pivotal role in analyzing and enhancing software systems. You will lead innovative projects focused on software vulnerability analysis, reverse engineering, and developing effective security solutions. Collaborate with a talented team of engineers and contribute to cutting-edge technology that protects vital systems and data.

Join our team at Systems Technology Research as a Lead Software Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading a group of talented engineers to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge software solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of our projects and mentoring junior engineers.

Accenture Federal Services seeks a Lead Software Engineer & Architect based in Arlington, VA. This position takes charge of designing and implementing software solutions for federal clients. The work blends technical leadership with direct involvement in architecture and development. Key Responsibilities Define and shape system architecture to address specific client needs Oversee the full software development process, from initial planning to final delivery Lead a team of engineers by setting technical direction and maintaining high standards Encourage collaboration and technical growth within the team Mentor junior engineers and assist with their professional growth

Quartermaster AI develops AI and robotics systems focused on ocean safety and sustainable management. The team creates distributed open-ocean platforms that allow vessels to sense, compute, and communicate, supporting maritime domain awareness in critical situations. Role overview The Principal Platform Systems Engineer - Test Automation Lead sets the foundation for reliable development across cloud infrastructure, edge computing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing. Reporting to the Head of Platform, this role supports the hardware, machine learning, and robotics teams as they deploy in demanding maritime environments. Success in this position requires a systems generalist who is comfortable with AWS pipelines, lab automation, and embedded edge devices. What you will do Design and manage HIL and software-in-the-loop (SIL) test environments, automating lab workflows and hardware bring-up to ensure thorough regression testing. Develop and maintain deployment pipelines with custom release gating for embedded and edge platforms, including NVIDIA Jetson, to support reliable hardware-dependent software updates. Build internal tools and simulation or replay pipelines to accelerate and stabilize development cycles for robotics and ML teams. Implement observability across lab and edge deployments, and provide technical leadership on architecture, standards, and quality controls across teams. Requirements Minimum 10 years in systems or platform engineering, developer experience (DevEx), or embedded infrastructure, with a record of results in startup-like settings. Strong background in Linux systems engineering, networking, and troubleshooting production environments for containerized and reproducible systems. Direct experience with hardware interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, low-level device communication, and integrating lab instrumentation into automated test frameworks. Familiarity with NVIDIA Jetson, software-defined radio (SDR) or RF validation, or deploying AI/ML workloads at the edge in maritime or similarly challenging environments. Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses Health insurance and wellness programs 401k plan with company matching Generous paid time off and flexible hours Location: Arlington, VA

Join Stand Together as a Lead Full Stack Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in developing innovative solutions that drive our mission forward. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable applications that enhance user experiences. Your expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies will allow you to lead projects from conception to deployment.

Join usm2 as a Lead Business Intelligence Software Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our data strategy. In this dynamic position, you will leverage advanced BI tools and technologies to drive data-driven decision-making across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust data solutions that enhance our business intelligence capabilities.

Systems Technology Research (STR) is seeking a Principal Software Reverse Engineer who is passionate about researching and analyzing vulnerabilities in cyber-physical systems. This role is part of a multidisciplinary team of skilled researchers and engineers committed to creating innovative technologies that significantly impact national security. You'll have the opportunity to work at the intersection of computer systems and real-world applications, where your unique skills and perspectives will contribute to delivering cutting-edge solutions for our clients.Important: All work must be performed onsite, and an Active Top Secret (TS) Clearance is required.Key Responsibilities:Conduct reverse engineering on complex software or firmware, encompassing a range of targets from standard Windows/Linux binaries to embedded firmware on unconventional computer architectures and operating systems.Develop and utilize automated reverse engineering and binary analysis tools to characterize protocols, interfaces, and functionalities of target systems.Innovate and implement advanced cybersecurity solutions.Lead cross-functional teams to address challenging problems across various technologies, creating groundbreaking cybersecurity strategies.Engage in vulnerability weaponization, exploit development, payload creation, and exploit mitigation on diverse complex targets.Conduct technical marketing to both existing and prospective customers.Contribute to technical proposal development through idea generation, writing, reviewing, and editing.Document, demonstrate, and present research findings.Address real-world challenges that influence national security.

Common App is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to expanding access and equity in the college admissions process. Each year, more than 1 million students, including many first-generation applicants, use the platform to apply to over 1,100 member colleges and universities. The organization’s work centers on removing barriers and supporting students as they pursue higher education. The Software Engineering Team Lead role is fully remote within the United States and reports to the Senior Director of Software Engineering. This position focuses on shaping the technology behind the Common App platform, including both web and mobile applications. Key Responsibilities Offer technical leadership and daily mentorship to a team of Software Developers Direct the design and development of web and mobile solutions for the Common App community Oversee delivery of high-quality software that aligns with organizational objectives and user needs Location This position is remote and open to candidates residing in the United States. Common App’s headquarters are located in Arlington, Virginia.

About Our Team: The Real-time Architectures, Integration, and Demonstration (RAID) Group specializes in the transition of cutting-edge algorithms from conceptual phases to real-time software applications. We provide expert knowledge in open architecture systems and facilitate the integration of advanced capabilities for experimentation, testing, and deployment. Your Role: As a Principal Software Engineer, you will spearhead technical teams developing sophisticated real-time software for advanced RF sensor systems. You will design software solutions that meet open architecture standards, oversee the transition of algorithms from conceptual stages to real-time execution, and provide mentorship to junior engineers. Key Responsibilities: Lead technical teams in the architecture, development, and deployment of real-time RF sensor software derived from various sources. Transform advanced algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes into optimized production-ready C/C++ implementations within open architecture frameworks. Enhance software performance for real-time, resource-constrained systems with stringent latency requirements. Design communication infrastructures and data flows for distributed processing systems. Oversee comprehensive open system integration efforts, including hardware-in-the-loop testing, ensuring seamless integration across distributed architectures, external systems, and hardware platforms. Conduct design and code reviews, perform technical risk assessments, and ensure software compliance with open architecture standards. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers. Prepare technical reports, create briefings, and present findings to sponsors and senior management. Collaborate with customers, program managers, and stakeholders to establish technical requirements. Lead proposal development efforts, including defining technical approaches, estimating costs, and drafting white papers. Work closely with algorithm developers, systems engineers, RF hardware engineers, and integration teams across various programs. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in real-time software development. Support approximately 20% travel for customer meetings, integration events, and field demonstrations. Who You Are: Possess an active clearance at the Secret level with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship as mandated by the U.S. government. Hold a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline with a minimum of 5-10+ years of relevant experience.

ABOUT COMMON APPDo you have a passion for transforming higher education? Are you eager to positively influence the college admissions landscape? At Common App, we are on a mission to eliminate barriers and inspire students to pursue their educational aspirations. As a national not-for-profit organization, we champion access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year, we empower over 1 million students, including a significant portion of first-generation applicants, to apply to more than 1,100 diverse member colleges and universities through our free online application.If you are an experienced Team Lead in software engineering and are enthusiastic about leveraging innovative technology to enhance the college admission journey, Common App could be the ideal place for you. We are actively seeking a Software Engineering Team Lead to join our dedicated team.

Join Systems Technology Research as a Software Test Lead, where you will spearhead the testing efforts for cutting-edge software solutions. You will collaborate with development teams to ensure quality and performance standards are met, while also mentoring junior testers and contributing to the continuous improvement of testing processes.

About UltraViolet Cyber UltraViolet Cyber delivers unified security operations for organizations facing complex cyber threats. Founded by experienced security professionals, the company blends advanced technology with hands-on expertise to provide real-time solutions that connect red and blue team operations. Clients include Fortune 500 companies, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, UltraViolet Cyber also operates in the U.S. and India, aiming to make advanced cybersecurity widely available. Role Overview: Principal Security Engineer (Zscaler SME) This Arlington, VA-based position focuses on supporting large federal clients as a Zscaler Subject Matter Expert. The Principal Security Engineer works closely with network and security teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and high-performing Zscaler deployments. What You Will Do Oversee deployment and operational support for the Zscaler product suite, including ZPA, ZIA, ZDX, and ZCC. Update documentation as network designs change to keep records accurate and useful. Collaborate with stakeholders to test systems and validate performance. Ensure application migrations align with security and performance requirements. Location Arlington, VA

Job DescriptionComputer World Services Corp. (CWS) is actively seeking talented individuals to join our engineering team in the National Capital Region (NCR). Our mission is to plan, design, test, build, implement, deploy, and seamlessly transition innovative Information Technology (IT) solutions that align with diverse customer needs in the NCR. The selected candidates will ensure smooth transitions to cutting-edge solutions that meet stringent security standards while providing robust operations and maintenance for both development and testing environments. Additionally, they will offer specialized support for mission-critical systems and applications. The Lead Engineer plays a pivotal role at the highest systems level, offering expert advice and guidance to assigned functional and user area managers as well as project teams on complex systems that often cross various functional boundaries.

Join Accenture Federal Services as a Lead Security Engineer, where you will spearhead initiatives to develop and implement cutting-edge security solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in protecting sensitive data and ensuring the integrity of our systems.

Join Our Dynamic Team:At Systems Technology Research (STR), our Analytics Division is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies to tackle complex national security challenges through innovative analytics. We are a diverse team of dedicated professionals with backgrounds in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, and data science, committed to transforming creative concepts into robust solutions that enhance our clients' mission success.As part of our Collaborative Autonomy and Control (CAC) Group, you will play a pivotal role in developing software systems that address significant challenges in uncrewed system autonomy, multi-agent collaboration, resource management, and control. Utilizing your expertise in machine learning, algorithms, model-predictive control, and software engineering, you will create tools that facilitate tactical mission planning, autonomous reasoning, and more.Your Role:In your capacity as a Senior Software Engineer, you will collaborate with a cohesive team to design, develop, implement, and showcase advanced algorithms and software systems. You will provide technical leadership and mentorship across various programs throughout the software lifecycle, from initial prototypes to fully integrated systems. Your contributions will span a wide array of software tools and applications for mission planning systems, automated enterprise control processes, unmanned platforms, DevSecOps, and CI/CD pipelines. This position is based in Arlington, VA, but our flexible hybrid work model allows you to work remotely when not utilizing STR's facilities.

Join STR's Systems Development Division (SDD) as a Senior Software Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in devising sophisticated integrated systems that enhance national security. Your expertise in developing and testing C++ software for complex embedded radar systems, particularly in Air-to-Air applications, will be instrumental in driving strategic advancements. Collaborate on the entire solution lifecycle—conceptualization, architecture, implementation, and deployment—while leveraging innovative technologies to create unique systems that redefine capabilities in airborne and space RF sensors.

Join our dynamic team at Systems Technology Research as a Lead DevOps Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead the development and implementation of robust infrastructure and automation solutions that enhance our operational efficiency and support our innovative projects. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of applications, while driving continuous improvement in our DevOps practices.

Join Twosix Technologies as a Senior Software Reverse Engineer and take on the exciting challenge of analyzing complex software systems. You will be responsible for dissecting software applications, understanding their architecture, and providing insights that can enhance security and functionality.In this role, you will leverage your expertise in reverse engineering to assist in vulnerability assessments, malware analysis, and the development of security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust software strategies that address real-world challenges.