Software Engineer Lead

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance for this role.

Why Join C5MI?

C5MI is a technology and services firm focused on delivering digital transformation across supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, and IT operations. As a trusted SAP Gold Partner, we serve customers across the public and private sectors—helping them improve mission-critical systems, modernize operations, and increase visibility across their enterprise. Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we're a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:

Challenge – We believe in challenging the present – it's the only way to shape the future. We must be exceptional communicators and collaborators while always learning. We also understand that speaking your mind requires equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it's said). Incremental won't win.

Have Fun – We are on a journey, together. Take care of your family, take care of yourself, and take care of each other. Live your happiness. Stay human, take care of each other and invest in your community. Life isn't all about work. Live your happiness. Be healthy.

All In – You can't fake passion – show your energy. Own it – take charge and lead. Our team is made up of top quartile talent and we never accept second best. Accountability, trust, and integrity create an environment to realize the team's true potential.

Never Screw the Customer – We have walked a mile in your shoes. Experience matters. We drive innovation to generate business value. Be true – no BS.

GSD (Get Stuff Done) – We take initiative and never make excuses. We act with urgency, and we delivery high quality outcomes with extreme velocity. We embrace process discipline, drive continuous improvement, and stay audit ready. We relentlessly execute and plan for tomorrow by creating sustainable outcomes. That is how we win

Empower – Our people are the foundation for our success. We recognize their value, and support them by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We recognize individual strengths, build confidence through action, and invest in personal development.

Professional Summary:

The Software Systems Engineer - Lead will provide high-level technical expertise in the design, development, and sustainment of complex enterprise software systems. This role involves architecting solutions that integrate software, hardware, and communications to meet functional and technical requirements across the system's lifecycle. The Lead Engineer will also oversee system compliance with open standards and DoD architectural frameworks, guide other technical staff, and ensure overall quality and performance of the system

Responsibilities

• Formulate and define specifications for complex operating software programming applications or modify and maintain existing applications using engineering releases and manufacturer utilities
• Provide top-level technical expertise through in-depth software systems programming, analysis, and performance optimization
• Design architectures encompassing software, hardware, and communications to support total system requirements, ensuring scalability and cross-functional integration
• Ensure all systems are compatible with and compliant to open systems standards and Department of Defense (DoD) architectural requirements
• Identify, assess, and present options to meet functional and technical requirements, including evaluating and implementing hardware and software updates or upgrades
• Develop high-level system design diagrams and perform detailed program design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation
• Collaborate with project management to plan schedules, define technical direction, and ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines
• Provide instruction, direction, and quality oversight to task personnel, ensuring deliverables meet established standards and deadlines
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and evaluate existing and emerging software products for compliance, performance, and suitability
• Oversee overall operating system maintenance, including file management routines, telecommunications networks, computer accounting, and advanced scientific or mathematical software packages
• Support all phases of software systems programming applications, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and security throughout development and deployment
• Evaluate and recommend new and existing software products and tools to enhance system capability and performance

Minimum Requirements:

• Ten (10) years of experience of experience with systems engineering and software development

• Experience with MicroStrategy or Business Intelligence platforms, analytics, data modeling, and dashboard design.

• Experience implementing modern security solutions (e.g., Blockchain or related cryptographic research)

• Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority.

• Must possess Tier 3 (T3) Secret Clearance

What C5MI has to offer you

• Remote work
• Unlimited PTO
• 21 Paid Holidays
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefit program
• $1,500 wellness benefit for employees
• Retirement savings plan – traditional 401(k) and Roth
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Positive and collaborative work environment

C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.