Tech Lead - Software Engineer
$205K - $215K/yr
Principal Software Engineer/Tech Lead - Platform Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San ... Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and ...
$205K - $215K/yr
Principal Software Engineer/Tech Lead - Platform Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San ... Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and ...
$205K - $215K/yr
Principal Software Engineer/Tech Lead - Platform Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San ... Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and ...
$205K - $215K/yr
Principal Software Engineer/Tech Lead - Platform Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San ... Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and ...
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$205K - $215K/yr
Principal Software Engineer/Tech Lead - Platform Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San ... Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and ...
$185K - $195K/yr
... driven solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge generative AI ... Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery * Work with knowledge ...
$185K - $195K/yr
... driven solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge generative AI ... Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery * Work with knowledge ...
$185K - $195K/yr
... driven solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge generative AI ... Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery * Work with knowledge ...
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$185K - $195K/yr
... driven solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge generative AI ... Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery * Work with knowledge ...
$165K - $175K/yr
... solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives involving ... Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and UI/UX ...
$165K - $175K/yr
... solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives involving ... Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and UI/UX ...
$165K - $175K/yr
... solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives involving ... Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and UI/UX ...
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$165K - $175K/yr
... solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives involving ... Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers, data scientists, and UI/UX ...
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Eight-plus (8+) years of demonstrated experience working in software development and/or building and maintaining C2 systems. * CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD Approved Baseline Certification for ...
$54 - $72/hr
Eight-plus (8+) years of demonstrated experience working in software development and/or building and maintaining C2 systems. * CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD Approved Baseline Certification for ...
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| Aspect | Software | Web Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically a degree in Computer Science or related field; certifications like Microsoft Certified or Oracle Certified | Similar credentials; often a degree in CS or Web Development certifications |
| Work Environment | Develops software applications for various platforms, including desktop and mobile | Builds websites and web applications primarily for online use |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used across tech companies, software firms, and enterprises | Common in digital agencies, tech startups, and online businesses |
| Common Search & Comparison Intent | People compare to understand different roles in software creation | Often compared to see distinctions in web-focused development |
While both Software developers and Web Developers work in the tech industry and require similar skills and certifications, Software developers create applications for various platforms, whereas Web Developers focus on building websites and web-based applications. The choice depends on whether you're interested in broad software solutions or web-specific projects.

$205K - $215K/yr
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Posted 27 days ago
Location: Boston, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Washington DC
Number of openings: 1
Experience: 8+ (10 years ideal) years of experience as a Software Engineer
Salary: $205,000 - $215,000
Clearance: Secret (prefer TS)
Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to take a leading role in building and enhancing an advanced AI-driven platform designed to power next-generation client solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, contributing directly to high-impact initiatives within a fast-evolving technical environment.
You will collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team that includes senior leadership, domain experts, engineers, and data specialists. The focus of this role is to drive the customization and deployment of platform capabilities tailored for government and defense-related use cases.
As a technical leader, you will guide engineering efforts, oversee development quality, and translate strategic objectives into scalable technical solutions.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, development, and deployment of platform features for defense and public sector applications
Provide technical leadership to a team of engineers, including code reviews, mentoring, and best practice enforcement
Bridge product vision with engineering execution, ensuring alignment across stakeholders
Develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality applications using Python, React, and Next.js
Leverage modern large language models (LLMs) for data processing, retrieval, and synthesis
Identify technical risks and proactively implement solutions to ensure system reliability and scalability
Stay current with advancements in generative AI and integrate relevant innovations into the platform
Collaborate with distributed global teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable solutions
A high-impact role in shaping next-generation AI products
Exposure to complex, real-world problem solving in a high-performance environment
Continuous learning through structured programs, mentorship, and hands-on experience
Opportunities to contribute ideas and influence technical direction from day one
Collaboration within a globally diverse and highly skilled engineering ecosystem
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
U.S. Citizenship (mandatory)
Experience working within defense or government environments, including handling data across classification levels
Active Secret clearance required (Top Secret or higher preferred)
8+ years of professional experience in software engineering
Strong experience with distributed systems architecture and secure platform development
Proficiency in Python, along with front-end expertise in React and Next.js
Hands-on experience with SQL databases, especially PostgreSQL or equivalent cloud-based solutions (e.g., Amazon RDS)
Familiarity with LLMs and prompt engineering techniques
Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization technologies
Exposure to knowledge graphs is a plus