TS/SCI Lead Software Engineer
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Insight Global is hiring a TS/SCI Lead Software Engineer. Insight Global is seeking two TS/SCI-cleared Lead Software Engineers for a new mission-focused initiative at Patrick Space Force Base. This role involves technical leadership across software and infrastructure teams, driving architecture, development, and deployment of mission-critical applications in a classified environment. The individual will design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient solutions in AWS, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging directly with customers to translate operational needs into technical solutions.
Key focus areas include Serve as the technical leader across software and infrastructure teams, Drive architecture, development, and deployment of mission-critical applications, and Design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient solutions in AWS.
Successful candidates bring Active TS/SCI Clearance, CompTIA Security+ Or DoD IAT Level II Cert Or Ability To Obtain Within 6 Months, and 7–10+ Years Software Engineering Experience. Important skills include AWS, CI/CD Pipelines, Version Control, DevSecOps Practices, API, and Microservices.
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Job Description
A client of Insight Global is seeking 2 TS/SCI-cleared Lead Software Engineers to spearhead a new mission-focused initiative at Patrick Space Force Base. This individual will serve as the technical leader across software and infrastructure teams, driving architecture, development, and deployment of mission-critical applications in a classified environment.
This role requires a hands-on technical leader who can design and implement scalable, secure, and resilient solutions in AWS while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including system engineers, cyber teams, and mission stakeholders. The candidate will lead full lifecycle development efforts, including coding, testing, code reviews, and CI/CD pipeline management.
The ideal candidate will engage directly with customers on a daily basis, supporting API user groups, troubleshooting issues, and translating operational needs into technical solutions. This person should be comfortable managing competing priorities, aligning development work with contract scope, and delivering clear technical briefings and documentation.
Key responsibilities include architecting cloud-native solutions, integrating distributed systems, developing backend services and APIs, and ensuring applications meet performance, scalability, and security standards. This role also requires adapting to dynamic mission demands and contributing to evolving technical roadmaps.
Experience working in classified DoD environments and transitioning research or prototype technologies into operational tools is highly preferred. The candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and capable of leading both strategy and execution.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
Active TS/SCI clearance
CompTIA Security+ (or DoD IAT Level II cert, or ability to obtain within 6 months)
7–10+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent)
Strong AWS experience (deploying and maintaining cloud applications)
Experience with backend development (Python, Java, Node.js, .NET, or similar)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and DevSecOps practices
Experience with APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
Ability to work onsite and interact directly with customers regularly
Technical leadership experience guiding engineering teams Experience with AI/ML-enabled applications or AI-assisted development tools
Frontend development experience (React, Angular, Vue, TypeScript)
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes (K8s), and containerization
Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, DynamoDB, or similar databases
Agile/Scrum experience (user stories, sprint planning, etc.)
Experience supporting classified DoD environments or mission systems
Background in scientific or sensor-based data (geophysical, seismic, acoustic, etc.)
Experience transitioning prototypes/R&D tools into operational systems
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