Senior Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $67.19hr - $72.19hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 6-9 years of prior relevant experience, depending on level; or Graduate Degree with 4-7 years of prior related experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern software development tools and engineering practices, including embedded software development and networked system integration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects or processes, influence technical direction, and communicate effectively across teams and leadership.
• Eligible for a DoD security clearance; current Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Active or activatable DoD security clearance; current Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred.
• Must have active or immediately activatable U.S. DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end software development across requirements analysis, architecture, implementation, integration, and test for complex mission systems.
• Define and Experienced networking architecture, interface definitions, and data-flow designs while ensuring alignment across software, hardware, systems, and cybersecurity teams.
• Develop and review software test strategies, verification artifacts, and integration plans with emphasis on network performance, resiliency, and interoperability.
• Lead technical reviews, design trades, and root-cause investigations; provide recommendations that improve technical baselines, reuse, and execution efficiency.
• Manage and execute complex technical work packages that support program cost, schedule, and technical objectives while balancing near-term delivery and long-term architecture goals.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including customers and partners, to gain alignment on technical approaches and program priorities.

Nice to Have:

• Advanced understanding of networking architecture, including routed and switched systems, protocol behavior, segmentation, and performance tradeoffs.
• Experience designing, implementing, and integrating software for embedded Linux and distributed compute environments.
• Background with relevant technologies such as container orchestration, FPGA/SoC integration, messaging middleware, and service-oriented architectures.
• Experience developing in Rust and/or modern C/C++ for high-performance, reliable networked applications.
• Cisco certification or equivalent hands-on networking expertise in routing, switching, and network troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with secure communications, network hardening practices, and related digital signal processing disciplines.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering environments and mentoring engineers through architecture and implementation activities.
• Experience developing and sustaining complex software systems across multiple technical domains and mission applications.
• Development experience using agile methodologies in programs with evolving customer and mission requirements.

Skills:

• Software Engineering.
• Network Architecture.
• Embedded Software Development.
• Networked System Integration.
• Linux.
• Rust.
• C/C++.
• Cisco Certification.
• Agile Methodologies.
• Container Orchestration.
• FPGA/SoC Integration.

Qualification And Education:

• BA/6-9 years Exp; MA/4-7 years Exp.
• Computer Engineering/Computer Science degree preferred.

Benefits:

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer : Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Systems

Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.

As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.