Senior Engineer/Technical Lead

Company Description

The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, providing Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance (SETA) support to clients across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.

Job Description

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Senior Engineer/Technical Lead to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in Reston, VA. In this pivotal role, you will lead cross-functional software development teams and manage the integration of advanced technologies, ensuring seamless project execution and delivery. By translating strategic objectives into actionable project roadmaps, you will bridge the gap between technical teams and key stakeholders, helping DTRA meet critical national security objectives.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned technology leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, is passionate about innovation, and has a proven track record in agile project management and technical execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development and integration efforts for multiple software development teams.
• Track and validate adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) while ensuring timely delivery of contract deliverables.
• Develop and maintain project roadmaps aligned with client priorities and strategic objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into executable plans.
• Collaborate with IT executives, product owners, developers, and functional managers to define project scope and strategy.
• Provide technical leadership in solutions architecture, ensuring technology solutions meet client needs.
• Identify and mitigate risks proactively, driving solutions to resolution.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance (Required)
• 5 years of experience as a software or technical project manager.
• 5 years of experience in solutions or enterprise architecture with agile execution.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver reliable technologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases, data warehouses, and AI/ML technologies.
• Deep knowledge of enterprise technology solutions, including big-data architectures.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience or 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• DoD 8570 Certification (e.g., CompTIA Security )

Desired Qualifications:

• Scrum Master, Lead Architect, or Lead Business Analyst experience.
• Expertise in enterprise application implementation and release management.
• Hands-on experience with Python, Node.js, PHP, Ruby, Java, or C#.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, releases, and technologies.
• Experience supporting the DoD or intelligence community.
• Background in business process improvement or reengineering.
• PMP and Agile Certifications are highly desirable.
• Ability to identify risks early and recommend effective mitigation strategies.

Additional Information

The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights