Lead, Software Engineer

Lead, Software Engineer
Melbourne, Florida
Full Time

Job Schedule: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off


We are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Software Engineer/Cloud Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess an active TS/SCI clearance and be available to work onsite at Patrick Space Force Base. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud-based solutions built on Amazon Web Services (AWS).


Key Responsibilities:

• Leverage substantive experience in cloud development in AWS to build robust cloud-based applications.
• Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.
• Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive architectural designs that align with the strategic goals of the organization.
• Develop roadmaps to guide the implementation and evolution of cloud solutions over time.
• Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.
• Deliver professional presentations to stakeholders, articulating complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.
• Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II Certification required, or ability to obtain within 80 days of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• On-site/field experience.
• Experience with IATT and ATO certification process.
• Experience with automating deployments and configuration of EC2 instances.
• Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments.
• Experience with configuration of Gitlab pipelines for automated deployment of cloud resources.
• Proficiency in designing, developing, configurating, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.
• A collaborative team player with experience working in a dynamic team environment.

Skills and Certifications
Active TS/SCI
Experience in cloud development in AWS to build robust cloud-based applications
Experience preparing comprehensive architectural designs


Recruiter Submission Template -


Full Name:
Highest Education (Institution, Degree & Graduation Year):
Do you currently possess an Active TS/SCI Clearance? (Yes/No)
AWS Certifications:
Do you have Security+ Certification or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification?
Total Years of Software Engineering Experience:
Do you have experience in cloud development in AWS to build robust cloud-based applications?
Total Years of Cloud Architecture Experience:
Have you supported classified DoD or government cloud environments? :
Do you have experience preparing comprehensive architectural designs?
Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local):
Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Current Location (City, State):
Full Address (Street, City, State, ZIP Code):
Notice Period / Earliest Available Start Date:
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Salary:
Are you able to relocate on your own and work onsite in Melbourne, Florida? (Yes/No):
Are you willing to work 100% onsite at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida? (Yes/No)
Are you willing to work the 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)? (Yes/No)