As a lead software engineer at Booz Allen, you will join an agile team dedicated to developing innovative solutions for complex challenges at the edge. Your responsibilities include leading a group of engineers, mentoring them in professional growth, and ensuring high-quality code through reviews and feedback. You’ll leverage your expertise in low-level languages like Rust, C++, and Go, along with Python or Bash scripting, to build robust systems from concept to production. Key areas of focus will be designing containerized services using Kubernetes, integrating AI-assisted development tools, and adhering to DevSecOps practices within a CI/CD pipeline. Additionally, you’ll need experience in cloud-to-edge architectures, secure coding, and knowledge of modern virtualization techniques like KVM and containerization.
Skills
Python
C
Go
Rust
Kubernetes
CI/CD
DevSecOps
GitHub
Bash
KVM
SonarQube
Clippy
cargo-deny
SysML
DoDAF
UAF
What you'll do
Lead a team of software engineers to develop professionally, review work, and suggest improvements.
Design architecture and containerized services with Kubernetes across cloud and on-premise environments.
Develop software using low-level system languages like Rust or C++ and high-level scripting languages like Python.
Implement AI-assisted development practices such as Spec Driven Development and automated tests to enhance delivery velocity responsibly.
Build revenue-generating applications or services within an Agile framework and DevSecOps infrastructure.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience in software engineering with low-level system languages and high-level scripting.
Experience building revenue-generating applications or services.
Proficiency in designing architecture and containerized services using Kubernetes across cloud and on-premise environments.
Knowledge of AI-assisted development tools, Agile frameworks, and DevSecOps infrastructure.
Expertise in authentication, authorization, security best practices, networking fundamentals, and modern virtualization technologies.
Ability to demonstrate software development skills through a GitHub profile or similar platform.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Market check
Salary context
This
$112,800–$257,000
range sits above
72%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$124,350–$208,700
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$137,500–$195,110
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting
Booz Allen Hamilton currently has
627 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$86,800–$198,000
across 614 roles with salary data.