Principal Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.

ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at

Your Mission

As a Principal Software Engineer , you will apply software engineering principles to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including planning, analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance. You will deliver high-quality software solutions in a dynamic environment, leveraging agile methodologies to meet evolving user demands. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and contribute as a subject matter expert in software engineering.

You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:

• Proficient in full-stack software development and performance optimization
• Experienced in architecting, developing, and maintaining complex software solutions
• Adept at solving complex technical problems and troubleshooting system issues
• Skilled in leading technical teams and mentoring engineers
• Strong in both oral and written communication, including technical documentation and presentations

A Day in the Life Of:

• Engaging in all phases of the software development lifecycle, tailoring processes to meet customer needs
• Leading technical efforts, making architectural decisions, and mentoring team members
• Developing modular components, ensuring scalability and maintainability
• Leveraging multiple programming languages, frameworks, and operating systems to solve technical challenges
• Utilizing CI/CD pipelines for deployment and optimizing performance across software systems
• Creating and maintaining system documentation, providing clear technical guidance and briefings

Must Have:

• TS/SCI with polygraph clearance
• 20+ years of experience in software engineering within the Intelligence Community
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree)
• Experience in full-stack development, including web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript
• Proficiency in JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue, or Angular
• Strong background in object-oriented programming using Java or JavaScript
• Hands-on experience designing and developing modular components for scalable applications
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for software deployment
• Proven Linux background and ability to work in complex heterogeneous environments
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance and SCI Access

Nice to Have:

• AWS certification
• Security+ certification
• Certifications in Java, .NET, cloud technologies (Hadoop, HBase, MongoDB), or frameworks (Java EE, Spring, etc.)
• Experience with monitoring and metrics tracking for system performance

ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.

Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.

If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at View email address on ziprecruiter.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.