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title: 'Software Engineer (Mid & Senior) at Agile Defense'
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# Software Engineer (Mid & Senior) at Agile Defense

- **Company:** Agile Defense
- **Location:** Remote
- **Compensation:** $80k–$115k
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-09-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/agile-defense/d3795a5a-3153-49da-8b81-721138b56a14

## Job description

## About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1825 Job Title: Software Engineer II Location: Remote, United States Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Requisition #: 1826 Job Title: Software Engineer III Location: Remote, United States Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Job Description Agile Defense is seeking 2 skilled and driven Software Engineers to join our dynamic team. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development and optimization of software systems that drive mission-critical outcomes for our clients. This role demands a technical expert eager to innovate, solve complex problems, and deliver high-quality software solutions in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Job duties & responsibilities:

- Design, develop, test, and implement software solutions aligned with client requirements and organizational standards.
- Optimize existing systems and code bases for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to deliver robust and innovative software solutions.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and user experience.
- Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and secure coding standards.
- Contribute to system architecture discussions and recommend improvements or enhancements.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
- Actively participate in Agile methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Education & Years of Experience Software Engineer II Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in software engineering.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.

Software Engineer III Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 5–8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including leading technical initiatives or feature teams.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver scalable and efficient software solutions in a team-oriented environment.

Required Skills Software Engineer II

- Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and JavaScript.
- Hands-on experience with frameworks and tools such as React, Angular, Spring Boot, or similar technologies.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and associated tools.
- Experience with version control systems like Git and CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid understanding of Agile development practices and methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Software Engineer III

- Proven experience architecting and delivering production-grade applications and RESTful services.
- Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language and framework (e.g., Java/Spring Boot, Node.js/NestJS) and familiarity with frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue).
- Hands-on experience with relational and NoSQL databases, data modeling, and performance optimization.
- Expertise in software security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, secure coding practices, authN/authZ (e.g., OAuth2/JWT), and secrets management.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containers (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing (unit, integration, contract), and infrastructure-as-code.
- Excellent communication skills; able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.

## Preferred Skills

Software Engineer II

- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience working with database systems (SQL and NoSQL).
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.

Software Engineer III

- Experience with microservices architecture, event-driven systems (Kafka/RabbitMQ), and API-first design (OpenAPI/Swagger).
- Knowledge of distributed systems patterns (circuit breakers, retries, idempotency) and caching (Redis).
- Experience with observability stacks (Prometheus/Grafana, ELK/Elastic, OpenTelemetry, Jaeger/Zipkin).
- Familiarity with domain-driven design, clean/hexagonal architecture, and design patterns.
- Background in regulated or high-security environments; familiarity with compliance frameworks.
- Contributions to engineering standards, internal platforms, or developer experience initiatives.

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy.Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded.Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager.Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven.Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

## About Agile Defense

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Agile Defense delivers advanced digital transformation, data analytics, and cybersecurity solutions to support critical national security and civilian missions.
- **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Enlightenment Capital; last private equity round in November 2022)
- **Headquarters**: McLean, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: Year not publicly available
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: IT Services and IT Consulting, National Security, Defense, Civilian Government
- **Target customers**: U.S. federal government (defense and civilian agencies), B2G (business-to-government)
- **Mission/Purpose**: “Bring adaptive innovation to support our nation’s most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility.”

## Products & Services
- **Digital Transformation**: Applying advanced services, capabilities, and solutions securely to enhance mission operations and achieve optimal outcomes.
- **Data Analytics**: Leveraging a data-driven approach to deliver insights that accelerate decision-making.
- **Cyber**: Delivering Cyber Systems and Cyber Operations capabilities to defend against advanced and emerging cyber threats.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $110M (as of latest data); 816 employees ( -7.4% YoY)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: 
  - **Investor**: Enlightenment Capital (private equity sponsor)
  - **Partners**: AWS, Microsoft, Atlassian, ServiceNow, Snowflake, CrowdStrike, Splunk, Red Hat, GitLab, and many more.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Headcount declined 7.4% year-over-year, but job postings increased 133.9% year-over-year.
  - Active job postings: 131 (as of Sep 2026).
  - Recognized as Washington Post Top Work Places 2023, 2024, and 2026.
  - ISO 9001, ISO 20000-1, ISO 27001 certified; CMMI DEV/SVC ML3 appraised.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Certifications & Compliance**: ISO 9001, 20000-1, 27001; CMMI ML3; critical for government contracts.
- **Extensive Partner Ecosystem**: Ties with major cloud/platform providers (AWS, Microsoft, ServiceNow, etc.) and security vendors (CrowdStrike, Splunk, Recorded Future).
- **Mission Focus**: Deep expertise in national security and civilian missions, with global presence (North America, Europe, Asia, Middle East).
- **Award-Winning Culture**: Consecutive Washington Post Top Workplaces recognition reinforces employer brand.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling digital transformation, data analytics, and cyber capabilities for U.S. government clients.
- Investing in innovation through “Agile Labs” and research.
- Expanding hiring in key technical areas (Data Scientist, Splunk Architect, Cyber Incident Handler, AI SME).

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and “elite teams” working on high-impact national security projects.
- **Work Policy**: Some roles are listed as “Remote – Regular Remote” (e.g., certain positions on Lever job board), but many roles likely require clearance and on-site work.
- **Benefits**: Competitive health plans, education and certification reimbursement, paid parental leave, PTO, fitness reimbursement, employee assistance program, referral bonuses up to $2,500.
- **Recognition**: Washington Post Top Work Places 2023, 2024, 2026; Glassdoor rating 3.9/5 (287 reviews) with work-life balance 4.1/5.
- **Professional Development**: Knowledge-sharing sessions, team-building activities, ongoing training.

## Sources
1. [Agile Defense About Page](https://agiledefense.com/about/)
2. [Agile Defense LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/agiledefense)
3. [Agile Defense Careers Page](https://agiledefense.com/careers/)
4. [Agile Defense Open Positions (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/agile-defense)

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