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This role designs, develops, and integrates software solutions that improve operational capabilities, automate complex processes, and support evolving mission requirements. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, the Software Engineer develops innovative software applications that enable secure, scalable, and high-performance mission systems.\nResponsibilities\nDesign, develop, test, and maintain software applications supporting Computer Network Operations (CNO).\nAnalyze user and system requirements to develop software designs that meet functional and performance objectives.\nDesign and implement new software capabilities and enhance existing applications to support evolving mission requirements.\nDebug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects while improving application performance and reliability.\nIntegrate software components into existing and emerging operational environments.\nDesign and implement complex database interfaces, queries, and data repository solutions.\nDevelop software using Python and other appropriate programming languages to automate mission processes and improve operational efficiency.\nReview software designs, technical documentation, and code to ensure compliance with engineering standards and best practices.\nRecommend improvements to software development processes, documentation, and engineering methodologies.\nCollaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and mission stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications\nActive TS/SCI W/ Polygraph through this Customer\nBachelor's degree and 7+ years of software engineering experience.\nExperience developing software in a Computer Network Operations (CNO) environment.\nStrong Python development experience.\nExperience analyzing requirements, designing software solutions, and developing new software capabilities.\nExperience debugging, testing, and integrating software into operational environments.\nExperience designing or implementing complex database interfaces and data repository queries.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.\nPreferred\nExperience supporting offensive cyber operations or cyber mission systems.\nExperience with Agile software development methodologies and DevSecOps practices.\nExperience with Git, Jira, Confluence, or similar development tools.\nExperience with relational or NoSQL database technologies.\nExperience supporting Intelligence Community or Department of Defense mission systems\nSalary Range\nUSD $125,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.Overview\nEager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.\nAt Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.\nHeadquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.\nMarkon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.\nMarkon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. 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