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You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.\nThis position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.\nPosition Summary:\nCherokee Preting is looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support our government client.\nCompensation & Benefits:\nStarting Salary Range for Software Engineer: $150,000 - $165,000\nBenefits That Set Us Apart\nWhen considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. 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We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.\n#CherokeeFederal #LI-SM1 #Intelcareers\nCherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.\nLegal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.\nMany of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.\nEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement\nCherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.\nCherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.\nReasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. 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