Software Engineer

CTC Group is seeking Software Engineers for a contingent program supporting the development, maintenance, and enhancement of complex mission software systems. In this role, you will design and develop new capabilities, improve existing applications, troubleshoot software issues, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver reliable solutions across analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and other mission environments. Locations: Annapolis Junction / Ft. Meade ## Responsibilities - Design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems based on documented mission and technical requirements. - Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements. - Design and code new software and modify existing applications to add capabilities and improve performance. - Debug existing software, investigate software problem reports, and resolve defects. - Integrate existing software into new or modified systems and operating environments. - Review and test software components to ensure they meet design and performance requirements. - Develop and execute software test procedures and document test results. - Develop database queries and interfaces for existing or proposed databases and data repositories. - Apply software development and design methodologies appropriate to the technical environment. - Analyze system performance, data usage, workflows, and technical constraints to develop effective software solutions. - Collaborate with systems and hardware engineers to define software requirements, interfaces, and technical approaches. - Evaluate hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of COTS/GOTS solutions. - Develop and maintain software and system documentation. - Recommend and implement improvements to software development processes, standards, and documentation. - For senior-level positions, provide technical leadership, oversee software development activities, and ensure the quality of developed and modified software. ## Requirements - Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance. - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university. Four years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. - Level 0: No demonstrated experience is required. - Level 1: Seven years of SWE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. - Level 2: Fourteen years of SWE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. - Level 3: Twenty years of SWE experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. ## About CTC Group CTC Group recognizes that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Its cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. The company specializes in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to the Federal government and Mission Operations.