Software Developer-TS/SCI
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 26, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 26, 2026.
Description
At MetaPhase, we believe Quirky is Cool and being authentic is the only way to be. We take our mission-focused work seriously while bringing curiosity, generosity, boldness, and practical problem solving to every client challenge.
Together, our people make thedifference for clients and colleagues.
Are you ready to:
Build secure, reliable software that helps Federal teams deliver mission capabilities?
Work directly with users and technical teams to refine, test, and improve mission applications?
Grow within a company that values curiosity, shared ownership, and inclusive collaboration?
Bring your technical judgment to mission challenges that matter?
Role Summary
MetaPhase supports secure Federal mission environments that depend on dependable, maintainable software. The work combines application development, testing, integration, DevSecOps, and cybersecurity to help mission teams deliver and sustain critical capabilities.
MetaPhase is seeking a Software Developer with at least 8 years of relevant experience todesign, build, test, secure, and sustain mission applications. This developer will work with users and technical teams to resolve software problems, integrate applications with enterprise services, and automate application and configuration deployments.
What You Will Be Doing
Code, test, debug, and deploy new software and enhancements to existing applications using disciplined engineering and version-controlled development practices.
Translate user, business, performance, interface, quality, and security requirements into maintainable application designs and tested software components.
Collaborate with users, technical staff, security teams, and product stakeholders to diagnose software issues, resolve defects, and prioritize improvements.
Design and implement secure integrations with standard software packages, APIs, databases, and enterprise services.
Implement security lockdowns, secure coding practices, automated testing, logging, and quality checks that support reliable application operations.
Automate application and configuration deployments, updates, patching, and rollback procedures using approved CI/CD and configuration-managementtechnologies.
Produce technical documentation and user materials, support training activities, and incorporate customer feedback into application improvements.
What We Need FromYou (Required)
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in software development, application engineering, systems integration, or a closely related technical discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, engineering, or a relatedfield.
Eligibility to obtain and maintaina Top Secretclearance with SCI access. U.S. Citizenship is required.
Advanced proficiencyin object-oriented or modern application development using languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or comparable technologies.
Hands-on experience with software design, debugging, unit and integration testing, source control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment or configuration-management technologies.
Experience applying secure coding practices, vulnerability remediation, security configuration controls, and automated quality checks within the software delivery lifecycle.
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with users, software engineers, testers, security teams, and deliveryleadership.
What Sets You Apart (Preferred)
Experience developing or modernizing software for Federal, law enforcement, intelligence, cyber, or other mission-critical environments.
Experience with cloud-native or hybrid application development, including AWS, Azure, or comparable regulated environments.
Proficiencywith Git-based workflows, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, or comparable development and deployment tooling.
Experience integrating enterprise applications with APIs, databases, identity services, commercial software packages, and automated patching or deployment solutions.
Experience developing technical documentation, user guides, test evidence, release documentation, and training materials for operational software.
Current TS/SCI clearance and demonstratedexperience supporting work in secure on-site environments.
Work Location
Washington, DC metropolitan area. On-site support is requiredbased on customer access, system classification, and mission needs.
Remote Schedule
Hybrid, subject to customer direction and secure-environmentaccess requirements.
Travel
Travel may be requiredfor mission workshops, technical working sessions, or program activities.
Education Level
Minimumbachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, engineering, or a relatedfield.
Clearance Level
This position requires an Active Top Secret clearance with SCI access.
U.S. Citizenship required. No exceptions.
Compensation
Compensation decisions are based on the facts and circumstances of each case, including experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.
About MetaPhase Consulting
MetaPhase Consulting delivers mission-focused work while putting employees and culture first. Join a team that brings curiosity, technical judgment, and practical solutions to Federal challenges.
MetaPhase is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status.