Senior Software Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

Confirmed live 3 days ago Low trust

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Fort Meade, MDLaurel, MD
Salary
$86,900–$198,000 / yr
Posted
61 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 3 days ago
Closes
Oct 26, 2026

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $170k
This role $142k
$69k most similar roles pay here $252k

This role pays less than 79% of similar roles. Most pay $149,500–$189,670 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $142k versus about $170k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 799 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 780 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer

Software Engineer, Senior serves as a lead full stack developer responsible for overseeing a team while identifying system improvements and developing end-to-end solutions in an agile environment. The role involves building software from vision to production, ensuring systems account for current architecture and future functionality. Key responsibilities include managing the development lifecycle and helping clients overcome complex challenges using modern architectural approaches. Required technical skills include experience with React or Next.JS for user interfaces, Git and automated pipelines like Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD, and middleware frameworks such as Express, Flask, Spring, or FastAPI. Additional preferred technologies include Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Elasticsearch, and integration of Large Language Models or retrieval-augmented generation. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph to address complex technical problems within the specified operating environment.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Maryland?

Median $179000 from 35 postings across 7 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop end-to-end software solutions from initial vision to production-ready systems.
  • Oversee and mentor a team of developers on new tools and techniques.
  • Identify and implement necessary system improvements for clients.
  • Design architectures that account for current environments and future functionality.
  • Build user interfaces using modern libraries like React or Next.js.
  • Manage automated pipeline builds using Git, Jenkins, or GitLab CI/CD.
  • Develop production-grade software using Python and modern middleware frameworks.
  • Deploy and manage services using Docker, Kubernetes, or similar containerization tools.

What we're looking for

  • Experience building user interfaces with modern UI libraries like React or Next.JS.
  • Experience with basic computer administration including software installation, system configuration, and networking.
  • Experience with Git and automated pipeline builds such as Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.
  • Knowledge of modern middleware frameworks such as Express, Flask, Spring, or FastAPI.
  • TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required.
  • A high school diploma or GED and 16+ years of software engineering experience.
  • A Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of software engineering experience.
  • A Master's degree and 10+ years of software engineering experience.

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