Software Developer

Sarasota, FL Website Wallach Search Group Location: Sarasota, FL Security Clearance: TOP SECRET We are seeking a motivated software developer to support the ongoing development, modernization, and sustainment of mission-critical applications supporting the Intelligence Community. This role offer the opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced, employee owned engineering team. The ideal candidate is a mid-to senior-level candidate who has strong experience with Java and C++ development, enjoys solving complex technical challenges and is comfortable working across both modernized and legacy environments. What you’ll do: • Join a small, experienced team responsible for sustainment, feature development, and ongoing modernization of mission-critical software and services • Design, develop, and deploy core application used throughout the community • Help provide tier 1 and tier 2 support to geographically disperse customers • Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Position Requirements 2–10 years of experience to help design, maintain, and support a mission-critical application. The ideal candidate brings drive, adaptability, and collaboration to a team delivering innovative software solutions for the Intelligence Community. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field • Strong software development experience in Java and C++ required, with additional experience in Python preferred • Experience building, deploying, and maintaining production software systems • Proficient with Linux/Unix (Rocky, RHEL, or similar) • Knowledge of version control using Git • Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills • Active TS clearance required, TS/SCI Preferred Bonus Points Programming & Development • Familiarity with software testing, debugging, and performance tuning in complex multi-language environments • Experience analyzing existing systems, understanding dependencies, and implementing changes with minimal disruption to ongoing operations Architecture & Modernization • Experience improving legacy applications through containerization, modular design and interface refinement with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and reduced technical debt • Strong understanding of vertical and horizontal scaling Security & Compliance • Applied security best practices and compliance requirements