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MissionStaff

Senior Software Engineer

North America

October 30, 2026 at 4:40 PM

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Location

  • United States (Maryland)

Languages

  • Node.js
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Python (nice‑to‑have)
  • PHP (nice‑to‑have)

Frameworks

  • React

Cloud Services

  • AWS (EC2, ECS/Fargate, Lambda)
  • Docker containers

Databases

  • Relational SQL databases
  • Non‑relational NoSQL databases

Experience Level

  • 6+ years of web software design and development

We connect top talent in Business Services, Tech, Marketing & Creative with companies of all sizes—offering flexible, high-touch staffing solutions. We are currently filling the following direct-hire job for our client.

Senior Software Engineer

Overview

Join a Product Development team building secure, modern web applications that support the education and advancement of cybersecurity professionals worldwide. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will contribute across the frontend and backend, collaborate in a cross-functional Agile environment, and take ownership of the software you build in production.

This individual contributor role is ideal for an experienced engineer who brings a DevOps and security-first mindset, enjoys working across languages and projects, and is passionate about delivering well-tested, architecturally sound solutions. You will participate in design discussions and peer reviews, mentor fellow engineers, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and thoughtfully use AI development tools to improve productivity and software quality.

Required Skills

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • At least 6 years of experience designing and developing modern web software.
  • Strong hands-on experience developing web applications using Node.js and TypeScript.
  • Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, and other front-end technologies.
  • Strong experience creating, managing, versioning, and troubleshooting REST API endpoints.
  • Experience with relational SQL and non-relational NoSQL database technologies.
  • Familiarity with AWS, Docker containers, ECS/Fargate, AWS Lambda, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Understanding of n-tier architecture and service-oriented architecture.
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices, the OWASP Top 10, and authentication and authorization protocols.
  • Experience with Agile methodology, the software development life cycle, object-oriented programming, APIs, and test-driven development.
  • Familiarity with Git, Gitflow, standard branching and versioning practices, and GitHub pull requests.
  • Strong familiarity with AI development tools, including experience applying them in past projects and knowledge of related best practices.
  • Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools such as New Relic, Site24/7, Pingdom, or OpsGenie.
  • Ability to produce quality code with automated test coverage.
  • Ability to collaborate on planning, designing, developing, testing, and documenting software components and applications.
  • Ability to participate in peer reviews and contribute to architecturally sound solutions.
  • Willingness to work across the full web stack, learn new technologies, and move across language stacks and projects as needed.
  • A proactive approach to improving solutions, systems, and processes.
  • Ability to operate with a build-and-run DevOps mindset.
  • Ability to coach and mentor other engineers.
  • Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to Have Skills

  • Experience with Python, PHP, or other modern web technologies.
  • Familiarity with the Atlassian suite of tools.
  • Experience supporting production applications in a security-focused environment.
  • Experience using AI development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining strong engineering judgment and security rigor.

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • At least 6 years of experience designing and developing modern web software.

MissionStaff is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Additionally, candidates must be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents to be considered for this position.