Principal Software Lead

Location: US-VA-Dahlgren

Remote Type: On-site

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Amentum is seeking a Principal software lead with a computer science or related educational background and/or equivalent experience to support software system engineering efforts in support of Naval projects at Dahlgren, VA. You will be part of our growing systems & software engineering team and contribute to our diverse skillsets across multiple software and systems engineering contracts in support of our Software Center of Excellence. We are looking for individuals to join our team atmosphere that are eager to make a difference by providing onsite supervision and leading a team of developers in solving complex Digital Engineering challenges. Apply your skills to the latest DoW weapons and sensor systems, modernizing the Navy and contributing to mission success.

Principal software lead Responsibilities include:

• Communicating and interacting directly with customers and engineering personnel.

• Providing software/engineering solutions and system development using Agile development principles.

• Performing analysis and problem-solving techniques in support of professional scientific/engineering work.

• Working independently and with others within established teams, across organizations, to meet established goals within schedule driven timelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Computer Science and a math/physics/aerospace engineering background with a BS degree in either Computer Science, Math, Physics, Aerospace engineering, or engineering. The degree requirement can be substituted with applicable experience.

• 15+ years of experience

• 3+ years of experience managing a DoW contract

• 5+ years of providing supervision to junior developer staff

• 5+ years of C++, Python, or Java experience

• 5+ years of experience with Agile Development such as Scrum or LeSS is a must

• 2+ years of experience with SAFe

• Must have an Active SECRET US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.

• Candidates must maintain a valid Real ID drivers license required for access to customer site (a driver is not an option) and have access to reliable transportation as this position requires occasional travel between local worksites during the week.

• Experience with Atalassian Suitea, Jira/Confluence, Java EE, XML, Vue, Javascript, HTML, Selenimum, Jest, and Junit.

• Effective communication skills

• Must be able to travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with toolsets such as the following is a plus – CSS, Ajax, MSSQL, Selenium, Vaadin, Tymeleaf, Gradle, Coldfusion.

Compensation Details:

US: $140,000 to $160,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

07/20/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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