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Job description
Redhorse Corporation is hiring a Senior Software Engineer — a full-time, based in Chantilly, VA role. Apply directly on Redhorse Corporation's careers page below.
Senior Software Engineer
Team: Cyber Analytics
Location: Chantilly, VA
Commitment: Proposal
Workplace Type: onsite
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 nation's 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Software Engineer at Redhorse Corporation?
The required skills for Senior Software Engineer at Redhorse Corporation include: SQL Server, C, C++, Java, Ruby on Rails, HTML, JavaScript.
What is the seniority level for Senior Software Engineer at Redhorse Corporation?
Senior Software Engineer at Redhorse Corporation is a Senior level position.
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