Description

SAIC is seeking Software Engineers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.

Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.

The Software Engineers responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Designs, develops, and maintains software systems specific to the MARS framework, ensuring secure and efficient operations
• Analyzes requirements and creates detailed design documents that meet MARS objectives

Writes and tests code to ensure functionality and performance in a highly secure environment

• Collaborates with other engineers and stakeholders to define system architecture and interfaces aligned with MARS
• Participates in code reviews and follows software engineering best practices
• Continuously improves skills and stays updated with new technologies relevant to defense applications
• Ensures adherence to project timelines, quality standards, and DIA protocols

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• One of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional – Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), or GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 5 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
• Proficiency in developing software solutions, writing clean and efficient code, and conducting code reviews
• Experience in using software development frameworks, managing version control, and performing unit testing
• Strong understanding of software design patterns and agile development practices

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.