GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required
Sherpa 6, Inc.Role Overview
Sherpa 6, Inc. is hiring a mid-level GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required. This is a full-time role in Springfield. Part of Sherpa 6, Inc.'s Backend hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Description Job Location: Springfield, VA Job Type: Full Time Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required (Interim ok) Travel Requirement: Up to 25% Citizenship: US Citizenship required Sherpa 6 is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Golang Developer to join our team. We build mission critical systems for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other commercial customers. We're looking for experienced Golang developers who are familiar with building REST APIs in a micro services architecture. This person should be very familiar with relational databases. Responsibilities Develop high-quality, scalable back-end code. This includes but is not limited to Go REST API development, scripting, SQL database development/maintenance, unit tests and design documentation. The preferred candidate has extensive experience with software development and software engineering principles Act as a subject matter expert for Go Development Code and test software based upon software specifications and designs Analyze and study complex system requirements Design software tools and subsystems to support software reuse and domain software development Use sound software engineering principles to ensure that developed code is maintainable, efficient, reliable, understandable, and fault tolerant Provide software process management and control throughout the coding portion of the software development process Requirements 5+ years of Software Engineering experience 3+ years of Go development experience Bachelor of Science Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Experience in design, development, and documentation of REST API endpoints Experience working with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.) Experience with software development tools such as Git, JIRA, or Trello Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills Qualities of Exceptional Candidates Experience working in STIG-compliant environments/instances Experience working with Client/Server Certificates, Certificate Authorities, and Client Certificate Authentication Experience with scripting in Linux and Windows environments Experience with encryption and cryptography algorithms Demonstrated aptitude with Go concurrency patterns Experience working with tactical radio APIs About Sherpa 6 At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers, passionate about what they do, love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and we're not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harm's way. Background Screening/Check/Investigation Successful completion of a background screening/check/investigation will/may be required as a condition of hire. ADA Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990. EEO/AA Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer. Benefits We offer a competitive benefits package, covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental, vision, health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life, therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit. Salary Range The proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations, years of experience, and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location, prior experience, relevant skills, education, and certifications. #J-18808-LjbffrPDN-a1915571-c41d-4470-9767-208f5d98333f
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required position at Sherpa 6, Inc.?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Sherpa 6, Inc.. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required position at Sherpa 6, Inc. located?
This position is based in Springfield. Sherpa 6, Inc. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required at Sherpa 6, Inc. earn?
Sherpa 6, Inc. has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the GoLang Developer - Secret Clearance Required role at Sherpa 6, Inc. posted?
This role was posted on April 18, 2026 (51 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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