Principal Software Developer - TS/SCI
parsons · US - CO, Denver · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 148,300 – 266,900 a year
Posted Oct 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best. We make them a priority, and we never lose focus on the mission. It’s why we’re here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and delivering meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions. Parsons creates game-changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists.
Parsons is seeking a Principal Software Developer who has extensive experience with Navy or DoW software systems. In this role you will get to support a high visibility Navy Program.
What You’ll be Doing:
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs
Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis
Update software or enhance existing software capabilities
May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems and develop specifications and performance requirements
May maintain databases within an application area
Required Qualifications:
Must have a Top-Secret clearance with SCI and ability to pass a Counterintelligence polygraph
Minimum of 10 years or more of professional experience in Software Development
Master’s degree, or an authorized substitution for a bachelor’s degree plus four additional years of relevant experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative/distributed team environment
Experience developing software using various programming languages and technologies.
Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and testing complex software applications.
Experience with the software development life cycle.
Experience with Agile software development methodologies.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
Desired Qualifications:
An active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly is preferred
Experience with Cybersecurity best practices
Experience supporting Navy programs, NAVWAR, NIWC Pacific, NIWC Atlantic
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
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