Senior Software Engineer

NT Concepts is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to addressing the most critical challenges in National Security. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission-driven work.

As a Senior Software Engineer on our solutions delivery team, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that drive the digital transformation of critical government systems. You will collaborate with a talented team to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge solutions that make a meaningful difference.

At NT Concepts, we value initiative, creativity, and continuous self-improvement. If you are a motivated and talented software engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and discover new opportunities for growth and development.

Clearance: An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates with an active TS/SCI or TS/SCI with Polygraph are strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required.

Location/Flexibility: Chantilly, VA. Remote work allowed? Yes, 50%.

Responsibilities:

• Bridging the gap between complex business problems and software solutions


• Coding solutions that adhere to customer security and requirements


• Supporting the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of software systems


• Design, code, test, debug, and document solutions with direction from a multi-disciplinary team


• Ensure compliance with software design, development, testing, integration, and sustainment standards


• Research technology solutions, prioritize assignments, and work to resolve issues based on customer and business requirements


• Ensure that products are designed and developed for scalability, robustness, maintainability, and interoperability


• Create, implement, and adopt Development Best Practices

Basic Qualifications:

• Clearance: An active Secret clearance is required. Candidates with an active TS/SCI or TS/SCI with Polygraph are strongly preferred. U.S. citizenship is required.


• 2+ years of experience with full-stack software development leveraging multiple programming languages (e.g. Python, Django, Angular, TypeScript)


• Experience with containerization software (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker)


• Experience with cloud container orchestration and deployment (e.g., Fargate, ACI, EKS/ECS, GKE, AKS)


• Experience with API design and implementation


• Experience working with a DevOps team


• Experience working with databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.) to include:




• Basic understanding of relational database design principles (e.g. Normalization vs Denormalization)


• General knowledge of database administration concepts (e.g. users, schemas, constraints)


• Basic query development experience


• Experience supporting code reviews


• Experience working in a fast-paced agile environment


• Demonstrated proficiency with Git version control systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred candidates present experience working on the backend with a Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern




• Experience working with Python for backend development is ideal


• Preferred experience with Fargate container environments


• Experience developing long-running ETL processes


• Experience with Cloud Providers, preferably AWS




• Preferred Certifications include Amazon Developer Associate, Amazon Solutions Architect Associate

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds at times.

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About NT Concepts

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in the Washington DC Metro area, NT Concepts is a private, mid-tier company with clients spanning the Intelligence and Defense communities. We deliver end-to-end ​data and technology solutions ​that advance the modernization, transformation, and automation of the national security mission—solutions with real impact developed in a strong engineering culture that encourages technical growth, leadership, and creative “big idea” problem-solving.

Employees are the core of NT Concepts. We understand that world-changing concepts happen in collaborative environments. We are a company where talented teams work together using innovation and expertise to solve our clients’ most critical challenges. Here, you’ll gain competitive benefits , opportunities to bolster your skills and develop new abilities, and a company culture dedicated to support and service. In addition to our benefits program, we encourage our employees to take part in #NTC_GivesBack , which paves the way for positive social change.

If joining a stable company with strong professional growth opportunities resonates with you, and you seek vital, mission-driven projects (for some pretty cool clients) that use your specific talents, we’d love to have you move forward with us.