Special Missions Software Engineer

Special Missions Software Engineer

The Opportunity:

As a full stack developer, you can resolve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast, agile environment. If you’re looking for the chance to not just develop software, but to create a system that will make a difference, we need you on our team. We’re looking for an experienced developer like you with the skills needed to develop software and systems from vision to production-ready.

This role is more than just coding. As a senior full stack developer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.  

Work with us as we shape systems for the better.  

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with software engineering including designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications
• Experience in software development using modern compiled and interpreted programming languages
• Experience with front-end development including a modern web development stack and framework such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, including HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design
• Experience with back-end development building services and APIs such as Spring Boot, .NET, Node.js, Django, gin-gonic, gofiber, or FastAPI
• Experience developing, packaging, and deploying containerized applications with Docker, and container orchestration such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, or ECS
• Experience with various database solutions including relational or NoSQL databases, including data modeling, query optimization, and use of ORMs
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines such as Git CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of software design patterns, microservices architecture, and secure coding practices and debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or technology field, or 8+ years of experience in a professional work environment in lieu of a degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and Infrastructure as Code such as Terraform, Helm, Ansible, or CloudFormation
• Experience with message brokers and event-driven architecture such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS
• Experience observability and monitoring such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/OpenSearch, Datadog, or Splunk
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, Selenium,  vitest, or JUnit or pytest
• Experience with DevSecOps practices, SAST/DAST tooling, and vulnerability remediation
• Experience with authentication and authorization standards including OAuth 2.0, OIDC, or SAML
• Experience with caching strategies, such as Redis or Memcached, and API gateway technologies
• Experience integrating AI capabilities into production applications, including implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions with vector databases, embedding models, and LLM APIs or SDKs
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments with tools such as Jira, Azure Boards, or GitLab
• Cloud certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.


Skills Assessment
As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.


Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.