Software Engineer TS/SCI

Sarasota, Florida

Job TypeDirect Hire

Confidential Opportunity

Software Engineer TS/SCI

A confidential employer in Sarasota, Florida seeks a cleared Software Engineer to join a small team sustaining and modernizing mission‑critical applications for the Intelligence Community. This direct‑hire role blends hands‑on development, CI/CD pipeline ownership, and direct customer support. If you want your code to make a difference where it matters most, this opportunity is built for you.

Role Snapshot

CompanyConfidential Employer

LocationSarasota, Florida, USA

IndustryDefense

CompensationDOE

Employment TypeFull Time/Direct Hire

Remote StatusNo Remote

Total Openings1

Work Experience2 - 10 years

Opportunity

This is a rare chance to step into a role where your work directly safeguards national security. You will be part of a tight‑knit, experienced team that values both stability and innovation, sustaining systems the mission depends on while carving a path toward a more modern, scalable future. The position is based in Sarasota, Florida, and comes with the stability of a long‑term government contract.

Your day‑to‑day will blend hands‑on coding with strategic thinking. You will design and deploy software in Java and C++, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, and troubleshoot issues for users spread across the globe. The work spans feature development, legacy system analysis, and incremental modernization — every task you complete will strengthen a product relied upon by intelligence professionals.

The ideal candidate is a clear‑headed problem solver who can hold a TS/SCI clearance and back it up with solid fundamentals. You have 2–10 years of experience, deep knowledge of Java, C++, and Linux, and a habit of delivering production‑quality code on time. You thrive when the stakes are high, communicate clearly, and can pivot between developing new features and supporting a live system.

If you want to do important work with a team that respects your contribution and keeps red tape to a minimum, we want to hear from you. This is not a faceless enterprise — you will have direct access to decision‑makers and a seat at the table for modernization plans. Apply today and take the next step toward a mission that matters.

Non-Negotiables

Active TS/SCI clearance is required for access to classified systems
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field is necessary
Strong software development experience in Java and C++ is mandatory
You must have proven experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems
Proficiency with Linux/Unix operating systems such as Rocky or RHEL is expected
Working knowledge of version control using Git is essential
Demonstrated problem‑solving, collaboration, and communication skills are non‑negotiable

What's In It For You

Work on mission‑critical applications that directly support national security objectives
Join a small, experienced team where your individual contributions have visible, immediate impact
Enjoy the stability of a long‑term sustainment effort paired with interesting modernization challenges
Collaborate with a geographically diverse customer base, broadening your professional network
Gain hands‑on exposure to modern CI/CD, containerization, and scalable architecture practices
Own your career growth in an environment that values adaptability, innovation, and mission focus
Receive competitive compensation and a role where your clearance and expertise are truly valued

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy core applications used across the Intelligence Community
Provide tier 1 and tier 2 support to geographically dispersed customers to ensure mission continuity
Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable software delivery
Collaborate with a small, experienced team to sustain and modernize legacy systems
Analyze existing system dependencies and implement changes with minimal operational disruption
Contribute to feature development that enhances mission capabilities and user workflows

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with software testing, debugging, and performance tuning in multi‑language environments is highly valued
Experience analyzing existing systems to implement changes without disrupting ongoing operations is a strong plus
Knowledge of containerization techniques to improve legacy application scalability and maintainability is desired
Understanding of vertical and horizontal scaling strategies is beneficial
Applied security best practices and compliance requirements for sensitive systems are a great fit
Experience with modular design and interface refinement to reduce technical debt will set you apart

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Software Engineer TS/SCI

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