Software Engineer - Secret required
Company websiteparsons.com (Parsons, opens in new tab)
Base salary $112,200 to $196,400
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Aberdeen, MD
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- LocationAberdeen, MD
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (39 min ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description:
Position Overview:
As a Software Engineer at Parsons, you will join a fast-paced team supporting mission-critical requirements for the Department of War and United States Army. Become part of a diverse group of 500 professionals delivering expertise in software development, systems integration, and technical innovation across Aberdeen Proving Ground and Edgewood, Maryland, for a portfolio of efforts spanning 5 years and a total value exceeding $600 million. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with strong programming skills, adept at designing and maintaining scalable, modular software solutions that drive Army modernization and support to the warfighter.
Key Responsibilities:
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs to meet user and mission needs.
Analyze user requirements and develop software solutions using principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
Design, implement, and maintain software infrastructure, APIs, and data models to enable interoperability and seamless information exchange.
Write modular, scalable, and platform-agnostic code in accordance with MOSA design strategies and open standards such as ISA.
Integrate hardware and software systems, develop specifications, and define performance requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Apply modern software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) and participate in configuration and change management processes.
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and expertise to assist project teams with product integration and compliance with data standards.
Maintain databases and support the full software development lifecycle, including testing, documentation, and release management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s to Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems).
0–10+ years of professional experience in software engineering.
Secret is required
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with programming concepts and modern software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic setting is highly desirable.
Agile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification preferred for advanced levels.
Experience with configuration management, change management, and product release processes is a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance if required.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Source: Parsons on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($112,200) is above 17% of the 213 Software Engineering roles in Maryland listed on this site; 6 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $131,800; the middle half runs from $113,200 to $163,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingSoftware Engineer - Secret required$112,200 to $196,400
Data Scientist - TS/SCI$112,200 to $196,400
Command & Control Modeling & Simulation Engineer$112,200 to $196,400
Senior Project Engineer$112,200 to $196,400
Chinese Language Enabled OSINT Collector$112,200 to $196,400
Armed Security Manager - San Antonio, TX - (VAXCOM)$112,200 to $196,400
Digital Engineer$112,200 to $196,400
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer - Secret required (this listing) | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Data Scientist - TS/SCI | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Command & Control Modeling & Simulation Engineer | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Senior Project Engineer | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Chinese Language Enabled OSINT Collector | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Armed Security Manager - San Antonio, TX - (VAXCOM) | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Digital Engineer | $112,200 - $196,400 |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-31
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US - MD, Aberdeen
Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
- The role was publicly listed on the employer's job board when last checked.
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