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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Analyzes, designs, and develops computer software required to support high throughput data pipelines for network traffic parsing. Reviews system architecture and selects and implements appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance. Tests and debugs related software to ensure quality of code. Incumbents typically have a BS/MS degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates advanced subject matter expertise in computer networks, protocols, and C/C++.

• Contributes to and may lead the planning and implementation of large programs in the function, and regularly interfaces with senior management and executive leadership.

• Supports leadership through strategic planning and mentorship of junior engineers.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree and typically 8+ years of related professional experience. An advanced degree may be preferred at this level.

Are you an experienced software engineer looking to lead teams in maintaining and improving mission-critical software applications? Do you want to design and develop customer software that will be deployed in systems helping make the country a safer place?

Parsons' Cyber and Intelligence Market is looking for a team leader who will be able to derive software requirements from customer interaction, identify improvements and/or new capabilities for the system, and guide their team toward completion of tasks according to project schedules.

Additionally, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop, accomplish, and excel in each of the following functions:

Lead a software development effort by creating a technical roadmap for development and stories/tasks for individual contributorsConduct rapid software prototyping to demonstrate and evaluate technologiesConduct applied research in the areas of current and emerging computer technology and make recommendations based on research and analysisInvestigate commercial and custom SDKs and APIs to identify additional capabilitiesDevelop and maintain software architecture, and make recommendations for improvementConduct hands-on programming using C++, Python, or JavaLeverage modern C++, and libraries such as DPDK, Boost, Intel TBB, and FFmpegUtilize Protobuf / gRPC and message bus systems for process communicationDesire to write highly efficient multithreaded codeDevelop, compile, debug, test, deploy, document, and implement programs for new and existing systems (COTS / GOTS / Proprietary)Interface and communicate with other development teams for collaboration and integration efforts

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or another related field. (Four years of additional work experience can be substituted in lieu of a degree.)5+ years of professional experience developing in C++3+ years of experience working with Linux systems2+ years of experience working with networking protocols, and tools such as WiresharkTS/SCI clearance requiredMust be willing to take a polygraph according to contract requirements if selected and not already possessing poly clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with network routing, TCP/IP protocolsExpertise in video, audio, or media over IP (VOIP/MOIP) technologyFamiliarity with cellular and/or 5G networksFamiliarity with CI/CD through Gitlab (preferred) or other platformsAbility to work in an operationally-driven environment with fluid requirements depending on operational needFamiliarity with Jira or similar Agile tools, experience leading teams using Agile methodsFamiliarity with virtualized environments and distributed/parallel systemsExperience seeing a software project through from concept to deployment/maintenance

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: 

$117,000.00 - $227,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

The position may require a COVID vaccination or an approved accommodation/exemption for a disability/medical condition or religious belief as required by customer requirements and some cases federal, state, provincial or local mandates.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!