Senior Forward Deployed Software Engineer (Secret) {S}
$130,000–$175,000 year
On-site · Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
As a Senior Forward Deployed Software Engineer (FDSE), you will own technical delivery for complex, mission-critical enterprise software systems, from prototyping to stable deployments. The role requires strong hands-on experience in C#/.NET Core and Java development, Kubernetes deployment, and CI/CD pipeline management. You will design and manage Infrastructure-as-Code, maintain operational excellence for enterprise applications, and serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, providing guidance and conducting training. An active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is mandatory, alongside 5+ years of software development experience.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical field
- 5+ years of professional experience in software development
- 5+ years with C# and the .NET/.NET Core ecosystem
- 3+ years of hands-on Java development
- 3+ years of hands-on experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting applications within Kubernetes environments
- Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is mandatory
- Willingness to obtain an IAT Level II or III certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CASP+)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with other languages useful for scripting and infrastructure (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and managed Kubernetes services
- Experience with front-end development using React or Angular (JavaScript/TypeScript)
- Experience in a customer-facing or professional services role, especially in highly regulated sectors (e.g., defense)
Additional Requirements
- No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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