Windows Software Engineer, Senior
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 San Antonio, TX +4 more
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- LocationSan Antonio, TX +4 more
- WorkplaceHybrid
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (3 min ago) · observed since
All 6 locations
- US - Remote (Any Location)
- US - TX, San Antonio
- US - VA, Centreville
- US - GA, Augusta
- US - GA (Field Location)
- US - MD, Columbia
About this job
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Windows Software Engineer to join our team! In this role you'll be challenged in a way that will keep you on the cutting edge of cyber development. Parsons works on top level cyber development projects for national defense programs - imagine the possibilities to make an impact.
Parsons is especially interested in candidates in Centreville, VA; Herndon, VA; Columbia, MD; Augusta, GA; or San Antonio, TX; but remote candidates will also be considered. Quarterly travel is expected.
What You'll Be Doing:
Design and develop innovative software code for new tools and capabilities in areas related to computer security, vulnerability research, reverse engineering, and product development
Develop and maintain low-level application and operating system projects related to software protection and host-based personal security tools
Review system architecture, and select and implement appropriate development and support tools to ensure product performance, as well as test and debug related software
Provide our customers expertise to leverage their existing software and create new capabilities
Be involved in quick reaction development with opportunities for customer interaction
Collaborate with a team that is focused on developing superior products and encouraging the career growth of its members
Be a customer focused self-starter, eager to learn as well as mentor and excel at collaborating in Agile teams
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field; additional experience may suffice in lieu of degree
Minimum 8+ years Software Engineering experience
C/C++ proficiency
Strong Windows foundation/knowledge – minimum 5+ years of experience
Experience with CNO Windows development in the form of tools/implant or exploit development.
Experience with Windows VR/RE
Experience with Windows APIs (win32, Windows Native)
Experience with networking protocol analysis and socket programming on Windows
Familiarity with Git
Ability to generate accurate documentation for developed software
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with a remote team
U.S. Citizenship is required with ability to obtain a TS/SCI
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Python proficiency
Experience supporting US Government CNO missions
Assembly programming and analysis (of any major architecture)
Experience working with debuggers and disassemblers
Strong understanding of low-level operating system internals and drivers
Experience with both kernel and userland debugging
Familiarity with modern development environments and practices including CI/CD
Active TS/SCI
Security Clearance Requirement:
NoneThis 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, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.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 6% of the 10,411 Software Engineering roles nationwide listed on this site; 29 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $160,000; the middle half runs from $140,000 to $191,000.
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 7, 2026.
This listingWindows Software Engineer, Senior$112,200 to $196,400
Senior Safety Manager - Rail and Transit / Tunnel$108,700 to $190,200
CEI Senior Project Manager$108,700 to $190,200
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
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Windows Software Engineer, Senior (this listing) | $112,200 - $196,400 |
| Senior Safety Manager - Rail and Transit / Tunnel | $108,700 - $190,200 |
| CEI Senior Project Manager | $108,700 - $190,200 |
| 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 |
Observed changes
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- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-17
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Location as the employer wrote it: Multiple locations (6)
Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00
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