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Senior Software Engineer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chantilly, VA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 180000 - 230000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
14 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
19 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
About the Organization
Now is a great time to join Redhorse Corporation. We are a solution-driven company delivering data insights and technology solutions to customers with missions critical to U.S. national interests. Were looking for thoughtful skilled professionals who thrive as trusted partners building technology-agnostic solutions and want to apply their talents supporting customers with difficult and important mission sets.
About the Role
Redhorse transforms the way government uses data and technology. To support this mission we are seeking a Senior Software Engineer (SME)with deep technical expertise to lead complex engineering initiatives. This is a high-impact role designed for a seasoned professional who can navigate the complexities of modern software design while understanding the critical nature of government sponsor requirements. As an SME you will not just write code; you will analyze requirements design foundational solutions and perform high-level synthesis of operational data to drive sound technical decisions for our nations most vital systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply advanced engineering principles and modern software design techniques to analyze requirements and design end-to-end solutions.
- Develop install and configure computer programs and supporting technologies to meet specific sponsor directions.
- Troubleshoot complex system issues by performing rigorous root-cause analysis and evaluating alternative technical approaches.
- Recommend cost-effective high-performance courses of action for system improvements and optimizations.
- Anticipate and adapt to changing requirements and environments assessing the impact of operational changes on overall system outcomes.
- Apply deductive and inductive reasoning to synthesize complex information and derive sound technical conclusions.
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers in best practices for software development and system architecture.
Required Experience/Clearance
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
- 10 years of experience in software engineering design and systems analysis.
- Demonstrated mastery in modern software design techniques and the full software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Extensive experience in root-cause analysis and troubleshooting complex large-scale enterprise systems.
- Proven track record of delivering technical decisions that balance operational needs with cost-effectiveness and infrastructure constraints.
Desired Experience
- Experience with database management systems including CA-IDMS Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle DBMS.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as C C Java and Ruby on Rails.
- Experience with legacy technologies and modeling tools like Visual Basic SIMULA and IBM Rational Rose XDE.
- Background in embedded development tools and web platforms including Apache Struts HTML and JavaScript.F
- Familiarity with defect tracking and performance testing tools such as LoadRunner and usability testing methodologies.
- Experience working within a government sponsor environment or supporting Federal IT modernization projects.
$180000 - $230000 a year
The salary range provided for this position represents the anticipated base salary for successful candidates. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including relevant experience education certifications skills security clearance level geographic location market conditions and internal addition to base salary eligible employees may participate in Redhorses comprehensive benefits programs and may be eligible for performance-based or other incentive compensation where applicable.
Redhorse Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status disability or any other protected class.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Talent Acquisition atemailprotected
Redhorse Corporation shall in its discretion modify or adjust the position to meet Redhorses changing job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in Redhorses sole discretion.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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