Senior Software Developer Lead

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a to support a mission-critical space program. This role will lead a small, high-performing software development team focused on Mission Management and Mission Planning solutions. The Senior Software Developer Lead will work in a cross-functional environment to design, develop, test, and deliver Java-based software that enables stakeholders to advance national security space missions.

This position provides hands-on technical leadership across the full software development lifecycle and offers the opportunity to meaningfully influence system architecture, team performance, and mission outcomes. This role is .

• Lead planning and execution of software development activities, including detailed design, coding, and unit, integration, functional, and system testing
• Translate system-level requirements into traceable software requirements, designs, code, and test artifacts
• Partner with system engineering, product management, and mission stakeholders to ensure customer, operational, and performance requirements are met
• Perform and lead code reviews to ensure compliance with technical standards, best practices, and security requirements
• Identify software risks and issues through system-level analysis and lead mitigation strategies throughout the software lifecycle
• Oversee test execution, verification activities, defect resolution, and acceptance criteria closure
• Ensure alignment of product delivery and development processes with program plans, quality standards, and industry best practices
• Track team performance and support integration of supplier and partner contributions

• of experience applying foundational , object-oriented design, and software patterns
• Hands-on experience with in full-stack software development environments
• Proven experience across the SDLC
• Active with SCI eligibility
• Ability to successfully complete a

• Bachelor of Science degree in , or a related technical discipline
• Experience with front-end and backend technologies including:
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • JavaScript frameworks (e.g., )
  • Spring Framework, Hibernate
  • RESTful APIs / OpenAPI
• Experience working within environments (sprints, standups, user stories, release planning)
• Familiarity with , , , and modern software delivery practices
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as or
• Experience with middleware technologies, particularly and
• Experience using dependency and build tools such as , and Jenkins
• Working knowledge of (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL) and databases (MongoDB)
• Experience developing and executing
• Background supporting , or complex mission systems

• Salary Range: $150,000-190,000+ **depending on experience**
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays