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Lead 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.
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: 

Chantilly, VA with 50% remote flexibility
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.

Responsibilities:


  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore new ideas and technologies, and drive the adoption of lean agile practices
  • Design, develop, and deploy software solutions using modern tech stacks and Ops methodologies (DataOps/DevSecOps/MLOps)
  • Work closely with customers to understand their unique technical and data challenges, and develop creative solutions to address them
  • Take ownership of code quality, testing, and iteration, with a focus on continuous improvement and automation
  • Coding solutions that adhere to customer security and requirements 
  • 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

Qualifications: 


  • 6+ years of experience with full-stack software development leveraging multiple programming languages (e.g. Python, Django, Angular, TypeScript) 
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Proven experience with modern tech stacks and Ops methodologies (DataOps/DevSecOps/MLOps)
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment
  • Strong desire to learn, grow, and improve, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions that meet customer need

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
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with Sponsor Information System Security Managers (ISSMs) to ensure security compliance of software

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.

Life at NT Concepts

NT Concepts delivers dynamic Web and desktop solutions that help businesses maximize performance by cutting costs and increasing productivity. Our technology solutions can automate and improve your work processes and help your business operate more efficiently and effectively. U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) Certified U.S. Small Business Administration SDB Certified Commonwealth of Virginia Women’s Business Enterprise Microsoft Certified Partner Our Uniqueness We approach each project by assessing, understanding, and responding to your specific business needs. We have a track record of delivering "on target" — on time and within budget. That’s because our consultants have extensive practical experience in the latest techniques and technologies. And, according to our clients, our customer service is second to none. Whether it is business hours, after hours, or weekend hours, you will always have immediate access to knowledgeable support professionals.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Innovative Company Culture2. Agile Company Culture3. Peoplefirst Company Culture4. Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer5. #NTC_GivesBack Program for Positive Social Change6. Encourages Professional Growth Opportunities, Dedicated Support and Service, Emphasizes Collaboration and Innovation7. Solutions-oriented agile scrum team integrating outside applications and tools into a production environment8. Follows agile practices, embraces the Ops ethos (DataOps/DevSecOps/MLOps), "automate first", use modern tech stacks, challenge each other to grow and improve9. Passion for collaboration, feedback, iteration10. Advances DevSecOps automation and practices for easy deployment, monitoring, scaling

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