Senior Software Engineer

About UsWhen you work at Chugach Government Solutions (CGS), you join a proud legacy of supporting missions while sustaining culture.The federal division of Chugach Alaska Corporation, CGS has been supporting critical missions as a government contractor for over 25 years. Our focus is to support facility maintenance, IT/technical services, construction and education. We are proud to have built, and continue to foster, an incredibly talented team spanning across the globe in hundreds of different fields – each team member proud to serve our country with first-class business services, while also making a difference for our Chugach shareholders.At CGS, empowering employees is a part of our core, and that focus is one of the ways we build and foster high-performing teams. We empower our employees through competitive compensation and benefits package, professional growth opportunities, truthful communication, and more!If you are looking for an opportunity to serve something bigger than yourself; if you want your day job to be one that creates meaningful value; if you are looking for an environment that highly values employees and respects individual differences – then Chugach Government Solutions may be the right fit for you!Position LocationThis position is based in Charleston, SC with travel required for customer engagement, capture activities, and program execution.Job OverviewChugach Government Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead both technical delivery and software-related business development efforts in support of DoD and federal customers. This role is critical to building CGS’s software capability—spanning capture, proposal development, architecture design, and initial program execution. The ideal candidate will operate at the intersection of engineering, capture, and leadership, helping shape opportunities while ensuring successful technical delivery in secure government environments.ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Duties:Capture & Proposal SupportLead the technical volume on government proposals, including technical approach, staffing plans, and past performance narratives for software-relevant opportunitiesSupport capture efforts by attending customer meetings, industry days, and giving agency briefings as the firm’s technical representativeMonitor the federal contracting pipeline (e.g., SAM.gov, FPDS, internal BD pipeline) and identify software opportunities aligned with CGS contract vehicles and customer relationshipsIdentify and evaluate teaming partners to fill capability gaps and support teaming strategy through proposal executionArchitecture & Technical LeadershipDesign and present cloud architectures, DevSecOps pipelines, and modernization strategies to government stakeholdersTranslate complex technical solutions into clear mission values aligned with customer objectivesEnsure alignment with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including RMF and ATO processesProvide technical leadership across solutioning, system design, and engineering best practicesDelivery & ExecutionLead software delivery teams as contracts are awarded; establish Agile delivery processes appropriate for government program environmentsContribute hands-on during early execution phases, including architecture, code review, and system design, prior to full team build-outCollaborate with cross-functional teams (cybersecurity, network engineering, infrastructure) to deliver integrated solutionsEnsure compliance with secure coding standards and DoD policies (e.g., STIGs, NIST frameworks)Workforce & Strategic GrowthBuild a cleared talent bench ahead of contract awards; define first-hire profiles and recommend hiring triggers to leadershipSupport workforce planning aligned with pipeline growth and contract execution needsMentor junior engineers and help establish a scalable software engineering practiceLeadership Reporting & StrategyReport to senior leadership on practice progress, pipeline health, and strategic positioningProvide recommendations on capability development, investment areas, and competitive positioningSupport long-term growth of CGS’s software and digital services portfolioKey Responsibilities:Strong ability to brief and engage government stakeholders and senior leadershipStrategic thinking with a focus on growth and capability developmentLeadership and mentoring skillsAbility to operate in both hands-on technical and high-level strategic roles Job RequirementsMandatory:U.S CitizenBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred)5–10+ years of software development experience, including federal/DoD programsExperience supporting capture, proposals, or technical solutioning in a government contracting environmentStrong proficiency in languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScriptExperience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, etc.)Familiarity with RMF, NIST 800-53, and ATO processesExperience with microservices, APIs, and modern software architectureMust be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and pre-hire drug test. Preferred:Active DoD security clearanceExperience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)Knowledge of Zero Trust architectureExperience supporting Air Force, Navy, or C4ISR systemsPrior role in building or scaling software capability within a federal contractor"Working Conditions:Hybrid support across CGS offices and government sitesTravel required for customer engagement, capture activities, and program executionPhysical Requirements:This role is largely sedentary DisclosuresChugach Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic factors, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Chugach will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Chugach Government Solutions or any of its subsidiaries, please email ada@chugachgov.com.Chugach Government Solutions supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on factors including job responsibilities, experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and applicable contract requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.