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Software Engineer

Location: Quantico, VA

At REDLattice, we are a global leader in delivering cutting-edge technical cybersecurity products and services. We are driven by mission-critical and innovative work that directly contributes to protecting our nation’s and strategic partners’ most vital infrastructure. Our teams develop advanced software solutions, mission applications, and data integration capabilities that support law enforcement, defense, and national security operations. With offices in Northern Virginia, Melbourne, Florida, Tel Aviv, Israel, and other strategic locations, REDLattice is growing rapidly to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

REDLattice is seeking a Software Engineer to support the development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical software systems. This role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining Windows-based applications and systems used to collect, process, and disseminate lawfully collected data.

In this role, you will provide full lifecycle software development support, working closely with end users, engineers, and mission stakeholders to develop and enhance operational capabilities. You will support data integration efforts, develop software solutions that improve mission effectiveness, and contribute to the continued evolution of mission management systems supporting critical law enforcement missions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide full lifecycle support for software development, including direct interaction with users and stakeholders.
• Design, implement, and maintain Windows applications and systems for the collection, processing, and dissemination of lawfully collected data.
• Support the integration of data sources from collection systems and the development of data visualizations within a law enforcement mission management system.
• Contribute to system-level design efforts to optimize performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Translate system and software designs into operational software solutions.
• Test, debug, troubleshoot, and refine software applications and services.
• Collaborate with software engineers, system architects, analysts, and mission stakeholders to deliver mission-focused capabilities.
• Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and development discussions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of direct experience performing software development activities at the user or kernel level.
• Experience deriving design specifications and developing, troubleshooting, testing, and maintaining complex software solutions.
• Experience conducting multi-tier software design and application development.
• Significant experience using object-oriented programming languages such as C and C#.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing or integrating RESTful services.
• Experience working with web servers and web-based applications.
• Experience supporting law enforcement, Department of Defense, or Intelligence Community missions.
• Experience integrating multiple data sources into enterprise applications.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.

Why Join REDLattice?

• Work on mission-driven technology supporting critical law enforcement and national security missions.
• Join a talented team of engineers developing innovative technical solutions.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

REDLattice is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status. Join us at REDLattice and help shape the future of cyber innovation and national security. Apply today!