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On Call Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs

Software System Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$100K - $215K/yr

Review contractor software plans, technical documentation, and deliverables for compliance and ... Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Software System Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$178K - $211K/yr

... contractor software deliverables for compliance with requirements and standards • Support ... Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field • 5-9 years of experience supporting ...

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How much do on call defense contractor software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call defense contractor software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Defense Contractor Software Engineer vs Defense Contractor Software Engineer?

AspectOn Call Defense Contractor Software EngineerDefense Contractor Software Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires security clearances, relevant software certifications, and industry-specific trainingSimilar credentials, often including security clearances and software development certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-call basis, often responding to urgent needs, with potential travel to military or government sitesStandard office or remote work within defense projects, with scheduled hours
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily contracted by defense agencies, working on critical defense systemsEmployed by defense contractors, involved in software development for military applications

In summary, while both roles require security clearances and similar technical skills, the On Call Defense Contractor Software Engineer is distinguished by its on-demand, urgent response nature and potential travel, whereas the Defense Contractor Software Engineer typically works regular hours on ongoing projects.

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Infographic showing various On Call Defense Contractor Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Software Engineer (5048)

Newport, RI • On-site

Three Saints Bay, LLC
Government Relations and Lobbying Services • 501 - 1,000 employees

Full-time

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Job description

OLH Technical Services, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a Software Engineer to join our Team in Newport, RI.
Job Duties
  • Develop, design, and maintain web applications in collaboration with team members to develop scalable and high-performing web-based software solutions in accordance with the requirements developed by the Technical Lead, and within the specified Government schedule.
  • Collaborate with clients, business analysts, and other stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for web applications, ensuring that the developed solutions meet business needs and are aligned with the Technical Lead's direction and within the specified Government schedule.
  • Prioritize code quality, readability, maintainability, efficiency, using appropriate data structures and algorithms, minimizing resource usage, and ensure scalability in accordance with coding standards.
  • Utilize standardized software engineering principles, including but not limited to Agile methodologies, Automated test coverage, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), to ensure consistency and reliability in the development process.
  • Participate in peer code reviews on a monthly basis, during which the software development team shall review the assigned code to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices, with constructive feedback provided in a discussion format during developer meetings, as assigned by the software engineer or the technical lead.
  • Maintain and enhance existing applications, during which the contractor software engineers shall perform regular maintenance, updates, and enhancements to existing software applications to ensure their continued functionality and relevance.
  • Integrate and maintain databases as needed during the development process, during which the contractor software engineers shall work with Microsoft Server Query Language (MSSQL) and My Structured Query Language (MySQL) databases within the application architecture.
  • Prepare documentation for software solutions for review and approval by the Government during the development phase.
  • Maintain DoD Information Technology Portfolio Repository - Department of the Navy (DITPR-DON) for systems integrated into the production environment upon Government approval. Maintenance shall include updating the DITPR-DON entries based on software and systems changes integrated into the production environment.
  • Evaluate the impact of Government approved change requests on performance, reliability,
  • maintainability, availability, logistics support, safety, and lifecycle cost providing feedback to the Lead Software Engineer and Technical Lead.
  • Ensure 508 compliance.
  • Submit code using the CI/CD pipeline tools as dictated by policy and verify findings meet minimum requirements as dictated in GFI.

Qualifications
  • A minimum of 5 years experience developing software with React
  • A minimum of 5 years experience using Git and branching strategies
  • A minimum of 5 years experience with Agile methodologies
  • A minimum of 3 years experience utilizing Containers
  • A minimum of 3 years experience developing software in a cloud environment
  • A minimum of 5 years experience developing software with PHP: Hypertext Processor (desired)
  • A minimum of 7 years experience developing software with React (desired)

VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.