Oct 31
Top Secret/SCI
$170,000 - $215,000
Polygraph
IT - Software
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Software Engineer SME
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This program delivers an enterprise-scale modernization effort focused on data integration, analytics, and software-driven mission enablement across the Intelligence Community. The team designs and implements secure, cloud-based systems that enhance information sharing, accelerate decision-making, and strengthen national security. Our engineers work at the intersection of innovation and mission, leveraging advanced technologies to solve real-world challenges in a fast-paced and Agile collaborative environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation
Target Salary Range: $170,000 - $215,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
Location: Gaithersburg, MD; Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; St. Louis, MO; Aurora, CO; Tucson, AZ
Clearance Required: Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain Polygraph
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
Shift: Day
Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: Yes
Company Overview
We are Ennoble First-the people supporting and securing some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work has meaning and impact on the world around us, but also on us, and that's important. Ennoble First is your place. You make it your own by embracing autonomy, seizing opportunity, and being trusted to deliver your best every day. We think. We act. We deliver. There is no challenge we can't turn into an opportunity.
Program Summary
This program delivers an enterprise-scale modernization effort focused on data integration, analytics, and software-driven mission enablement across the Intelligence Community. The team designs and implements secure, cloud-based systems that enhance information sharing, accelerate decision-making, and strengthen national security. Our engineers work at the intersection of innovation and mission, leveraging advanced technologies to solve real-world challenges in a fast-paced and Agile collaborative environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead software engineer and technical advisor for mission applications within a complex, multi-cloud enterprise environment.
- Design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade microservices and APIs supporting geospatial and intelligence data workflows.
- Lead agile development sprints, make architectural decisions, and enforce DevSecOps best practices.
- Build and optimize containerized applications for deployment in classified AWS (C2S/GovCloud) environments.
- Collaborate with customer stakeholders, analysts, and development teams to translate mission needs into software solutions.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity, data governance, and open standards (OGC, NSG, etc.).
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the program's technical roadmap.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field and 12-15 years of experience, or Master's with 10-13 years.
- Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript, and Go.
- Experience with frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue.js, Spring Boot, Django, or Node.js.
- Experience with AWS (C2S/GovCloud), Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
- Experience with DevSecOps tools (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus).
- Understanding of Agile/Scrum practices and tools (JIRA, Confluence).
- U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect certification.
- Experience with OpenSearch/Elasticsearch, OGC standards, and GEOINT data workflows.
- Familiarity with multi-cloud environments and advanced programming in Go.
Compensation
Target Salary Range: $170,000 - $215,000
The Ennoble First pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered include the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and applicable laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Ennoble First is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
E-Verify Participation
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify. Learn more at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Ennoble First is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Ennoble First participates in E-Verify.
The information below will be listed on our website's careers landing page.
EEO is the Law | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
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At Ennoble First, we’re proud to serve and partner with leading federal agencies—including the DoD, NGA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, DIA, Department of State, and U.S. Cyber Command—as well as trusted industry innovators like AWS, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, Booz Allen, CACI, Leidos, and Splunk. Together, we deliver secure, agile IT solutions that advance intelligence, defense, healthcare, and national security. What sets us apart is our people. We believe in empowering bold thinkers, fostering collaboration, and creating an environment where health, family, and work stay in balance. We embrace diverse perspectives, encourage innovation, and ensure every team member feels supported and connected. When you join Ennoble First, you’re not just filling a role—you’re becoming part of a community that values you, challenges you, and helps you grow while making an impact on missions of national importance.
