Job Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a TS/SCI-Cleared Full-Stack Software Engineer for a leading Intelligence Community (IC) technology partner.

This role requires a highly driven, technically strong engineer with a solid programming foundation, expertise in modern distributed systems, and the ability to learn quickly in a mission-critical environment. The engineer will contribute to the development, deployment, and sustainment of secure applications supporting national-level intelligence operations. Success in this role requires adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy mission-focused software applications used across Intelligence Community operations.
• Build and maintain Python-based systems, ensuring strong unit testing coverage and adherence to secure development standards.
• Design and work with web-connected application components, including RESTful interfaces, websockets, and database-driven features.
• Participate in CI/CD workflows and support containerized deployments leveraging modern DevOps tools and concepts.
• Contribute to scalable system designs, understanding vertical and horizontal scaling across distributed architectures.
• Support ETL pipelines, data movement processes, and ingestion frameworks as part of larger analytical toolchains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams specializing in signal processing, system design, and mission application development.
• Ensure all work aligns with classified program requirements, security constraints, and TS/SCI standards.
• Document development work clearly and provide technical updates to leadership and mission stakeholders.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline required.

Experience

• Minimum 2–5 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong background in Python programming and unit testing.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, containerization concepts, scaling fundamentals, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, ETL pipelines, SQL databases, RESTful interfaces, and websockets.

Certifications / Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience creating or editing Helm charts.
• Familiarity with Argo CD, Argo Workflows, or GitLab CI jobs.
• Exposure to S3/MinIO object storage.
• Understanding of pub/sub systems such as RabbitMQ or Kafka.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to mission-driven priorities.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with classified program teams.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to secure, reliable code.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Competitive compensation aligned with cleared-engineering market rates.

• Opportunity to work on impactful, mission-critical systems supporting national intelligence operations.
• Access to cutting-edge technology stacks used across the IC and DoD ecosystem.
• Professional development, training, and growth opportunities in cleared engineering and system design.
• Supportive, high-performance team culture focused on innovation and mission success.
• Competitive Compensation – Salary aligned with experience and clearance level, plus performance-based bonuses.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; mental health resources; HSA/FSA options.
• Retirement Planning – 401(k) with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, federal holidays, and sick leave to balance work and life.
• Professional Development – Reimbursement for certifications, conferences, and advanced training.
• Cutting-Edge Work Environment – Access to advanced tools, technologies, and classified projects at the forefront of signal processing research.
• Team Culture – Small, collaborative team setting with direct impact on project outcomes.
• Career Growth – Clear paths for advancement and opportunities to move into leadership or specialized technical roles.
• Security Perks – Roles requiring TS/SCI clearance come with stability and long-term project funding.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options where mission requirements allow.