Software Engineer, Lead

Company: Booz Allen Hamilton
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Software Engineer, Lead The Opportunity: As a full stack developer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop sof tware, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experienced developer like you with the skills needed to develop sof tware and systems from vision to production ready. This role is more than just coding. As a Software Engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements. You will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and maintenance of the new sof tware applications modernized for deployment in Cloud environments to migrate existing GETS functionality. Work with us as we shape systems for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: 12 years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing sof tware programming applications using agile met hods in Java and Javascript 12 years of experience in sof tware development with basic programming languages, technologies, tools, or web development stacks Experience with Agile met hodology, extreme programming, product management, and sof tware products Experience writing source code for new applications or generating and enhancing code samples for existing applications Experience using back-end and front-end languages to develop complete solutions Experience creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative, cross-functional team Experience writing scripts and code to automate and record the results of tests of integration and interoperability between services Knowledge of the development of test plans and verifying and validating the results of unit tests c ond ucted by other development teams TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph Bachelor’s degree and 15 years of experience in sof tware development, or Master’s degree and 12 years of experience in sof tware development Nice If You Have: Experience acquiring client requirements and resolving workflow problems through automation optimization Experience with Red Hat, Windows Server, Oracle, J Met er, Jenkins, Swagger, Nexus, Apigee, GitHub, GitLab, or equivalent sof tware packages Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Bash, Curl, XML, JSON, or SQL Experience with C2S and data center operations Experience with Amazon Web Services ( AWS ) Knowledge of sof tware accreditation and security procedures Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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