Software System Engineer

OverviewVTG is looking for a Software Expert in Chantilly, VA. (Note: Contingent upon program award).Software Expert I provides advisory and analytical support to government program and technical staff, assisting with software requirements analysis, documentation, and oversight activities within a SETA environment. Software Expert II provides independent technical advisory support, evaluating software solutions, requirements, and contractor performance to ensure alignment with mission and program objectives.Software Expert III serves as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership, providing strategic guidance and oversight across complex software‑intensive programs in a SETA capacity.What will you do?Software Expert ISupport analysis of software requirements, architectures, and design documentationAssist with review of contractor software deliverables for compliance with requirements and standardsSupport development and maintenance of technical documentation (requirements matrices, technical assessments, briefings)Participate in technical reviews, working groups, and stakeholder meetings as an observer/support roleTrack software risks, issues, and action items under senior guidanceSupport coordination between government stakeholders and development contractorsSoftware Expert IIAnalyze and assess software requirements, architectures, and design approachesReview contractor software plans, technical documentation, and deliverables for compliance and qualitySupport development of government technical guidance, standards, and evaluation criteriaAdvise program managers and technical leads on software risks, tradeoffs, and impactsSupport Agile ceremonies and technical reviews as a government advisor (non‑coding role)Track and assess software‑related risks, dependencies, and integration considerationsPrepare technical briefings and recommendations for government leadershipSoftware Expert IIIProvide senior‑level advisory support on software architecture, design, and lifecycle strategyLead government reviews of contractor software approaches, roadmaps, and deliverablesAdvise program leadership on software risks, technical debt, scalability, and sustainabilitySupport development of software governance frameworks, standards, and evaluation criteriaParticipate in senior technical reviews, milestone events, and executive briefingsAssess alignment of software solutions with mission objectives and enterprise architectureMentor junior and mid‑level software expertsSupport acquisition and source selection activities with technical expertise, as requiredDo you have what it takes?TS/SCI with Poly RequiredSoftware Expert I1-4 years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or technical programsBasic understanding of software development lifecycles (Agile, DevSecOps, or waterfall)Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skillsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related fieldPreferred Qualifications: Experience supporting federal, DoD, or IC programs, Exposure to requirements management or technical review processes, Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps concepts from an oversight perspectiveSoftware Expert II5-9 years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or programsStrong understanding of software lifecycles, architectures, and integration principlesExperience performing technical reviews or oversight of contractor software developmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related fieldPreferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission programs, Experience in Agile, SAFe, or DevSecOps environments in an advisory capacity, Familiarity with cloud, data, or mission system software architecturesSoftware Expert IIIBachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred10+ years of experience supporting software‑intensive systems or enterprise platformsDeep understanding of modern software architectures and development lifecyclesProven experience providing technical oversight and advisory support (non‑developer role)Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and briefing skillsPreferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission‑critical programs, Experience advising on large‑scale or multi‑vendor software programs, Familiarity with Agile at scale (SAFe), DevSecOps, and cloud‑based architecturesPay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $100,000 - $215,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.