Lead Software Engineer

San Diego, California, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeLeadPosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Data Intelligence, LLC is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for a San Diego, CA-based role supporting a defense industry client. This position focuses on developing and sustaining mission-critical applications within a secure DoD environment. The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on development expertise, and experience with large-scale, secure systems. Responsibilities include leading design, development, and maintenance of distributed applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, architecting systems, overseeing the SDLC using Agile methodologies, ensuring DoD security compliance (STIGs), troubleshooting complex issues, and providing technical mentorship. The candidate will also interface with government stakeholders and maintain detailed documentation.

Data Intelligence, LLC is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to support one of our premier clients in the defense industry. This role is located in San Diego, CA, and will focus on developing and sustaining mission-critical applications within a secure DoD environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical leadership, hands-on development expertise, and experience working on large-scale, secure systems.
Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of large-scale DoD desktop and web-based distributed applications
Collaborate with system engineers, business analysts, developers, testers, and end-users to gather requirements and develop technical solutions
Develop and implement proof-of-concepts based on user and mission needs
Architect and document system designs, ensuring alignment with project requirements and DoD standards
Oversee full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes using Agile and incremental development methodologies
Ensure compliance with DoD Application Security Development STIGs (ASD STIGs) and cybersecurity best practices
Troubleshoot and resolve complex software, database, and network issues; perform root cause analysis and implement fixes
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews for development teams
Interface directly with government stakeholders and provide regular progress updates
Maintain detailed documentation of system architecture, code changes, and development processes

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
10+ years of experience developing and supporting software application suites in a DoD environment
5+ years of experience developing large-scale distributed applications using Microsoft technologies, including:
.NET
C#
SQL Server
Experience with web-based application development using JavaScript frameworks such as Angular, Node.js, or Backbone
Strong knowledge of web technologies including Web API, HTML, and CSS
Experience troubleshooting application code and resolving bugs across complex systems
Hands-on experience with Agile development methodologies in enterprise environments
Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages such as Java and C#
Experience developing software in compliance with DoD security requirements (STIGs)
Ability to define system requirements, develop architecture documentation, and lead project execution

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with TORIS platform or similar DoD information systems
Strong background supporting classified or mission-critical systems
Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple priorities

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