Secret Software Engineer

Post Date

Mar 13, 2025

Location

Chesapeake,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23320
US
Sep 15, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

NOR-765649

Pay Rate

$42 - $52 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Software Engineer with Secret Clearance to join our federal client in Chesapeake, VA. The role involves a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

-Programming: Developing web-based applications using languages, frameworks, and libraries such as Angular JS, EXT-JS, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.

-Application Analysis: Assessing application functionality and understanding how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment impact outcomes.

-Judgment and Decision Making: Evaluating the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to determine the most appropriate course of action.

-Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex issues, analyzing related information, and developing and implementing effective solutions.

Compensation:

$28.84/hr to $48.07/hr.


Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.


Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

-Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of experience or 9 years of experience in total

-Proven experience in an Agile environment, with a solid understanding of core Agile principles.

-Proficiency in web technologies and tools, including Angular, AngularJS, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SCSS, Java, Spring, XML, JSP, and AJAX.

-Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) is highly preferred!

-Active Secret Clearance or Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

-Familiarity with React, Typescript, SQL, and C++ is advantageous.

-Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships by listening, sharing ideas, and valuing others' contributions.

-Highly organized and detail-oriented.

-Excellent time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and advance multiple projects simultaneously.

-Quick learner, capable of adapting to new technologies swiftly.

-Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.

-Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.

-Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

-Proactive in escalating project issues to appropriate leadership.

-Accurate in estimating task duration and meeting deadlines.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.