About this opportunity
Credence lists this Senior Software Engineer opportunity in patterson township, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.
We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for six straight years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming home for those looking to grow and contribute to positive change. We encourage all employees to expand beyond their boundaries, dive into important world-changing Federal challenges.
Position Summary
Credence is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and modernize enterprise software solutions. This role focuses on application development, software architecture, cloud-native technologies, AI-enabled automation, systems integration, and advanced analytical capabilities that improve mission readiness, logistics, sustainment, and supply chain operations.
The successful candidate will build scalable software applications, APIs, enterprise services, automation tools, and AI-enabled capabilities that transform complex operational and logistics information into mission-focused software solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work across software engineering, cloud technologies, DevSecOps, automation, and enterprise analytics while supporting one of the Department of Defense's most critical aviation programs.
The ideal candidate is a senior-level software engineer with strong programming experience, modern application development expertise, and a passion for building innovative solutions that drive operational effectiveness and mission success.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below
Software Engineering & Architecture
Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable, secure enterprise software, APIs, and microservices
Design secure, cloud-native software architectures, and contribute to architecture decisions across the stack
Support deployment through containers and CI/CD, and modernize legacy systems through automation and cloud-enabled technologies
Apply engineering best practices — source control, automated testing, code review, documentation
Ensure compliance with secure software development standards and Government cybersecurity requirements
Support monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational sustainment of production systems
Build and integrate AI-enabled capabilities — including generative AI, LLMs, RAG, and agentic workflows — into production systems, with secure integration into approved AI platforms
Apply AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering velocity and code quality
Evaluate emerging AI and automation technologies and drive their practical adoption
Translate complex operational requirements into production-ready software, working directly with analysts and stakeholders
Build forecasting, modeling, and decision-support tools that turn data into operational insight
Provide technical leadership and mentorship, and help shape engineering standards across the team
Overview
Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.
We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for six straight years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming home for those looking to grow and contribute to positive change. We encourage all employees to expand beyond their boundaries, dive into important world-changing Federal challenges.
Position Summary
Credence is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and modernize enterprise software solutions. This role focuses on application development, software architecture, cloud-native technologies, AI-enabled automation, systems integration, and advanced analytical capabilities that improve mission readiness, logistics, sustainment, and supply chain operations.
The successful candidate will build scalable software applications, APIs, enterprise services, automation tools, and AI-enabled capabilities that transform complex operational and logistics information into mission-focused software solutions. This position offers the opportunity to work across software engineering, cloud technologies, DevSecOps, automation, and enterprise analytics while supporting one of the Department of Defense's most critical aviation programs.
The ideal candidate is a senior-level software engineer with strong programming experience, modern application development expertise, and a passion for building innovative solutions that drive operational effectiveness and mission success.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the duties listed below
Software Engineering & Architecture
Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable, secure enterprise software, APIs, and microservices
Design secure, cloud-native software architectures, and contribute to architecture decisions across the stack
Support deployment through containers and CI/CD, and modernize legacy systems through automation and cloud-enabled technologies
Apply engineering best practices — source control, automated testing, code review, documentation
Ensure compliance with secure software development standards and Government cybersecurity requirements
Support monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational sustainment of production systems
AI & Intelligent Automation
Build and integrate AI-enabled capabilities — including generative AI, LLMs, RAG, and agentic workflows — into production systems, with secure integration into approved AI platforms
Apply AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering velocity and code quality
Evaluate emerging AI and automation technologies and drive their practical adoption
Impact & Collaboration
Translate complex operational requirements into production-ready software, working directly with analysts and stakeholders
Build forecasting, modeling, and decision-support tools that turn data into operational insight
Provide technical leadership and mentorship, and help shape engineering standards across the team
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
Bachelor's degree in a related technical field
15 years of directly related professional experience
Significant professional experience in software engineering, application development, systems engineering, automation, or related technical disciplines
Demonstrated expertise in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript/TypeScript, with recent hands‑on experience developing production software
Experience designing, developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise software applications and services
Experience developing APIs, distributed systems, microservices, or service‑oriented architectures
Experience with software architecture, object‑oriented design, and software development lifecycle best practices
Experience working in Agile software development environments, including Scrum or Kanban
Experience developing and deploying applications in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including containerized or cloud‑native applications
Experience integrating enterprise systems and developing mission‑focused software solutions
Strong problem‑solving, communication, technical writing, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with generative AI, large language models (LLMs), retrieval‑augmented generation (RAG), prompt engineering, or AI‑enabled application development
Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks, orchestration platforms, and intelligent automation solutions
Experience developing mission applications that incorporate analytics, forecasting, optimization, or decision‑support capabilities
Why This Role Matters
Mission‑Critical Impact - Build software solutions that directly improve mission readiness, logistics, sustainment, and operational effectiveness
Modern Engineering Environment - Work with cloud technologies, DevSecOps, AI‑enabled capabilities, automation frameworks, and modern software architectures
Innovate with Purpose - Develop mission‑focused applications that help transform data into actionable insights and operational outcomes
Collaborative Technical Culture - Partner with engineers, AI specialists, mission experts, and Government stakeholders to solve complex challenges
Professional Growth - Expand your expertise across software engineering, cloud, AI, automation, and defense mission support while contributing to one of the world's most advanced aviation programs
Salary Range:
$170,000 - $200,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, education, certifications, skills, and overall qualifications.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
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Who can apply
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