
Software System Engineer III with Security Clearance
Why this role stands out
Leverage your expertise in software architecture and systems engineering to provide critical technical guidance to government leadership on complex programs, with the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary of $100,000 - $215,000. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a TS/SCI clearance and a passion for shaping impactful software solutions, offering significant opportunities for career growth and mentorship. Apply today to make a strategic impact in a highly respected organization.
Quick overview
Job description
Overview VTG is looking for a Software Expert in Chantilly, VA. Software Expert III serves as a trusted technical advisor to government leadership, providing strategic guidance and oversight across complex software-intensive programs in a SETA capacity. What will you do?
- Provide senior-level advisory support on software architecture, design, and lifecycle strategy
- Lead government reviews of contractor software approaches, roadmaps, and deliverables
- Advise program leadership on software risks, technical debt, scalability, and sustainability
- Support development of software governance frameworks, standards, and evaluation criteria
- Participate in senior technical reviews, milestone events, and executive briefings
- Assess alignment of software solutions with mission objectives and enterprise architecture
- Mentor junior and mid-level software experts
- Support acquisition and source selection activities with technical expertise, as required Do you have what it takes?
- TS/SCI with Poly Required
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred
- 10+ years of experience supporting software-intensive systems or enterprise platforms
- Deep understanding of modern software architectures and development lifecycles
- Proven experience providing technical oversight and advisory support (non-developer role)
- Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and briefing skills
Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting IC, DoD, or DOJ mission-critical programs, Experience advising on large-scale or multi-vendor software programs, Familiarity with Agile at scale (SAFe), DevSecOps, and cloud-based architectures
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Pay Range: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $100,000 - $215,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.
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