Job Title: Software Engineer SME  Location: DMV Area (Onsite or Hybrid based on customer requirements) Clearance: Top Secret preferred; Secret acceptable Employment Type: Full-Time Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field Salary:  $150,000- $180,000 Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus structure, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) with company match, generous PTO, and professional development support Application: Apply here, on our Careers Page @  Careers - Metronome (wearemetronome.com) , or email your resume to  r.derring@wearemetronome.com .  Feel free to recommend this job and share it with a friend. Overview We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineer SME to lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of complex and diverse software systems. This role requires a high level of technical leadership and collaboration with both contract teams and government stakeholders to deliver mission-critical capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead development efforts for advanced software systems including real-time processing, large-scale data analytics, and business information systems

Provide technical direction and oversight to the development team

Ensure adherence to software design and development methodologies

Review, test, and validate software components and document results

Resolve software problem reports and implement fixes

Guide hardware/software trade-off decisions and promote COTS/GOTS reuse

Analyze system requirements and decompose them into actionable software components

, Required Skills Required Skills 14+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in a government contracting environment

Proficiency in: Java

Linux

Maven

Git

Nexus

Airflow

Kubernetes

NiFi

YAML

SQL

Trino

Strong experience in secure system development and deployment

Ability to synthesize system-level requirements and translate into technical solutions

Certifications Required: Security+ (IAT Level II)

Preferred: Active Top Secret clearance

, About Metronome, LLC Metronome is a spark that ignites passion for our customers and each other. We offer professional services to Government customers that keep projects pulsing. We believe in taking care of people so they can put their best foot forward to support the mission.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:  Successful Completion of a Background Check will be required as a condition of hire. Benefits:  Metronome offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.  Benefit eligibility is determined on the type of position (full-time, part-time, temporary). Metronome’s range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time-Off & Company Paid Holidays, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities. Application Process:  Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your consideration for employment. Select Create Profile and Apply to Requirement Complete your Profile and Answer the Questionnaire Upload a current resume Complete the Online Application and Submit Evaluation Process:  Metronome will evaluate applicants based on how well they meet the qualifications of the position above. Your completed application (including questionnaire, resume, and online application) will be used to determine your eligibility and how well you meet the qualifications for this position. Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to your resume and application; if either your resume or application contradicts or does not support your responses, you will disqualify yourself and not receive further consideration for this job. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Metronome does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation Policy Metronome is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process should contact Metronome Human Resources at  hr@wearemetronome.com or 703-957-4082. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.