About the role
Job Summary
Seeking a Software Engineer to support the design, development, integration, testing, and sustainment of complex software systems in support of mission requirements
This position analyzes user and system needs, develops scalable software solutions, improves existing applications, and works closely with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software capabilities align with broader system architectures and operational constraints
The ideal candidate is an experienced software engineer with strong technical, cloud, DevSecOps, and Agile development experience who can contribute independently while also supporting small-team leadership and continuous process improvement
Primary Responsibilities
Software Design and Development
Analyze user, mission, and system requirements to support software design, performance expectations, technical feasibility, and implementation planning
Design, develop, test, enhance, and maintain software applications and system components
Add new features and capabilities to existing software systems while maintaining compatibility and performance
Apply algorithmic thinking to develop efficient, scalable solutions that meet functional and performance requirements
Develop and optimize data queries and database interactions ranging from basic data retrieval to complex data-processing logic
Debug, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve software defects and performance issues
Support software installation, configuration, enhancement, and maintenance activities
Integration, Testing, and Quality
Contribute to software and system integration activities across new and existing environments
Collaborate with systems engineers, hardware engineers, and other technical stakeholders to ensure software solutions align with system architecture, interfaces, and constraints
Develop and execute test procedures for software components
Perform quality control activities to ensure compliance with coding standards, technical requirements, and established engineering processes
Validate software compatibility, stability, and performance throughout integration and testing activities
Support root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for software and integration issues
Documentation and Process Improvement
Create, review, and maintain clear technical documentation for software applications, interfaces, system components, and development processes
Recommend and implement improvements to software development processes, documentation standards, and team workflows
Identify inefficiencies and propose practical enhancements that improve quality, repeatability, and delivery performance
Support configuration control, version management, and traceability throughout the software development lifecycle
Team Contribution and Leadership
Contribute effectively within Agile software development teams
Lead small technical efforts, tasks, or workstreams as needed
Assist with coordinating software development activities to support timely and compliant delivery
Participate in sprint planning, backlog management, issue resolution, technical reviews, and team collaboration activities
Support continuous improvement across engineering, development, testing, and deployment processes
Required Qualifications
Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
Fourteen (14) years of experience supporting programs and contracts of comparable scope, type, and complexity
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution
Four (4) additional years of software engineering experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree
Experience analyzing software and system requirements and developing technical solutions
Experience with software development, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Experience supporting software development within Agile or Scrum environments
Technical Qualifications
JIRA and GitLab: Experience supporting development workflows, issue tracking, source control, and collaborative software development
Agile/Scrum: Experience with iterative development, sprint planning, backlog management, and Agile team coordination
Infrastructure as Code: Experience defining, provisioning, and managing infrastructure using Terraform
AWS Cloud Security: Experience implementing cloud security practices including Identity and Access Management (IAM), network segmentation, encryption, auditing, and resource protection
CI/CD: Experience designing, implementing, or maintaining Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment pipelines that automate software testing, building, integration, and deployment
Desired Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to troubleshoot complex software and integration issues
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong attention to quality, documentation, and technical compliance
Ability to lead small technical efforts and coordinate development activities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.