Senior Principal Software Engineer

Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.

Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward-thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.

Description

We're looking for a

Senior

Principal Software Engineer

with deep technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and who can serve as a hands‑on technical lead on major programs to support our clients. You'll leverage expertise across multiple languages and frameworks to design and build scalable solutions. Beyond writing clean code, you'll collaborate with stakeholders, mentor team members, and help drive CTG's growth by taking initiative on high‑impact projects. If you're a seasoned, high-impact engineer and lifelong learner who thrives on solving complex problems, communicating technical concepts clearly, and driving meaningful change in civic tech, we’d love to hear from you!

Client Requirements :

applicants

MUST BE US Citizens

and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

Responsibilities

Lead and architect full-stack solutions across front-end, back-end, and database layers using modern technologies

Develop and maintain applications using

Java, TypeScript, Python, React, and / or related languages

Design and optimize high-performance databases using PostgreSQL and other SQL and NoSQL technologies

Establish and enforce

CI / CD best practices

and DevOps principles across development workflows

Deploy and manage applications on

AWS infrastructure

using containerization technologies like

Docker and Kubernetes

Serve as a

technical lead on major programs , mentoring junior engineers and conducting code reviews

Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, scope solutions, and deliver results in agile environments

Lead and manage engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance

Drive initiatives that support CTG's growth and contribute to organizational success beyond day-to-day product work

Lead internal rapid prototyping efforts and R&D projects

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field

10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 year tenure in recent roles

Preference given to candidates in the DMV area

Hands‑on experience with

relational databases

(MySQL, Postgres, SQL)

Familiarity with

web servers and deployment infrastructure

(e.g., Nginx, AWS)

Knowledge of

UI / UX design principles

and the ability to collaborate effectively with design teams

Proven

leadership and mentoring experience , with the ability to guide and develop engineering teams

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to diverse audiences

Demonstrated experience with

CI / CD practices

and modern software development workflows

Experience with Docker and / or Kubernetes

Experience with

infrastructure-as-code tools

or cloud platform management

Comfort working in

version-controlled, collaborative environments

(Git / GitHub)

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with a track record of delivering high-impact solutions

Nice to Have Skills

Experience with

Python

Certified Kubernetes Administrator, AWS Solution Architect Professional, or equivalent certification

Salary Range

We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $170k to $200k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect; however, the final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors. The stated range is not a guarantee and is subject to change.

Full Time Employee Benefits

Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)

Competitive Compensation Package

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance, Short / Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with 4% matching

Liberal PTO vacation policy

Generous Annual Continuing Education

Annual Wellness Budget

Bonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)

Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!

Capital Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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