AnaVation

Architect, design, and develop secure enterprise applications while leading development and mentoring junior engineers. | Requires 5+ years enterprise software development experience, bachelor's degree, and security clearance eligibility. | Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: In this role, you will design, build, and maintain the secure, mission‑critical applications that federal law‑enforcement teams depend on every day. You’ll apply systematic and disciplined software‑engineering practices to create reliable, audit‑compliant systems that support case management, investigative analytics, digital‑evidence processing, and other core operational workflows. As part of your development team, you will guide junior engineers and collaborate with forensic experts, tool developers, and crypto SMEs to build secure, dependable systems that empower the entire mission’s investigative efforts. You're development efforts will shape architecture, define requirements, and guide implementation across complex enterprise systems. Your work will ensure that mission applications meet strict federal security standards, support privileged‑access controls, and operate dependably in high‑stakes environments where performance and accuracy matter. As a Senior Developer II, you will operate as a technical leader, mentoring junior engineers, resolving sophisticated issues, improving system performance, and upholding rigorous engineering and documentation standards. You’ll work closely with investigators, analysts, and cyber specialists to translate mission needs into robust software solutions, while supporting modern cloud deployments and DevSecOps pipelines aligned with government requirements. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives on building secure, scalable systems that directly support federal operations and national‑security missions. Work location: Work is mostly remote, with occasional visits to customer and/or corporate locations in DC/Northern Virginia. Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance to these locations should describe how they would satisfy any onsite requirements. Remote status is subject to change at the customer’s direction, but is expected to continue. Responsibilities Architect, design, and develop secure enterprise applications supporting investigative workflows. Implement audit logging, privileged‑access controls, and other federal security requirements. Ensure software maintainability, reliability, and compliance with secure‑development standards. Lead development activities and provide technical guidance to junior team members. Diagnose complex issues and optimize system performance. Contribute to documentation, design reviews, and code‑quality standards. Support cloud deployments and DevSecOps pipelines. \n Required Qualifications: At least 5 years of enterprise‑software development experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field. Proficiency in modern programming languages and secure‑coding methodologies. Experience with government environments requiring audit compliance, CJIS standards, or privileged access controls. Familiarity with AWS/Azure cloud services and FedRAMP‑aligned platforms. Clear communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong attention to detail Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for a Secret clearance. DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) suitability is required to begin support. Following EOD approval, candidates will be processed for, and must successfully obtain a Secret clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Security+ or equivalent baseline certification. AWS or Azure professional certifications. Agile/Scrum certifications. Experience with containers, microservices, or distributed systems. Thrives developing in fast moving, agile environments. Active DHS EOD suitability Active DHS Secret or above clearance \n Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Develop and maintain secure, mission-critical applications under senior developer guidance, participating in full software development lifecycle including design, testing, debugging, and integration within DevSecOps pipelines. | Bachelor's degree and experience with software engineering fundamentals and secure coding practices, plus eligibility for Secret clearance and DHS EOD suitability. | Be Challenged and Make a Difference In a world of technology, people make the difference. We believe if we invest in great people, then great things will happen. At AnaVation, we provide unmatched value to our customers and employees through innovative solutions and an engaging culture. Description of Task to be Performed: In this role, you will contribute to the development of secure, mission‑critical applications used by federal law enforcement, including case‑tracking systems, evidence‑processing tools, and investigative‑support platforms. Working under the guidance of senior developers, you’ll apply foundational programming skills and learn to implement reliable, maintainable software that complies with federal security standards. You will contribute as a key member of a collaborative engineering team, working closely with senior developers, forensic specialists, and crypto SMEs to build features and tools essential to the program’s mission. You will gain hands‑on experience with modern development practices—writing clean code, participating in design discussions, supporting testing and debugging, and learning how to build software that withstands demanding operational environments. You’ll follow disciplined engineering processes, work within DevSecOps pipelines, and help integrate new features and improvements used daily by investigators and analysts. This role is ideal for a junior engineer who enjoys learning, collaborating, and growing in a mission‑focused environment where your contributions directly support national‑security and law‑enforcement operations. Work location: Work is mostly remote, with occasional visits to customer and/or corporate locations in DC/Northern Virginia. Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance to these locations should describe how they would satisfy any onsite requirements. Remote status is subject to change at the customer’s direction, but is expected to continue. Responsibilities Develop and maintain application features under guidance from senior developers. Assist with software requirements, design, testing, and maintenance tasks. Use modern programming tools, version control, and secure‑coding practices. Support debugging, documentation, and sprint activities. Work within DevSecOps pipelines and government‑compliant development workflows. Troubleshoot issues and support system integration tasks. \n Required Qualifications: Software‑development experience, working under general supervision with knowledge of commonly used concepts and practices. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field Familiarity with software engineering fundamentals, secure coding, and CI/CD pipelines. Exposure to applications supporting sensitive data or investigative workflows beneficial. Clear communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong attention to detail Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for a Secret clearance. DHS Entry on Duty (EOD) suitability is required to begin support. Following EOD approval, candidates will be processed for, and must successfully obtain a Secret clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Security+ or equivalent baseline certification. AWS or Azure professional certifications. Agile/Scrum certifications. Experience with containers, microservices, or distributed systems. Thrives developing in fast moving, agile environments. Active DHS EOD suitability Active DHS Secret or above clearance \n Benefits Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents 100% company paid long-term and short-term disability insurance 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents 401k plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting Competitive Pay Generous paid leave and holiday package Tuition and training reimbursement Life and AD&D Insurance About AnaVation AnaVation is the leader in solving the most complex technical challenges for collection and processing in the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community. We are a US owned company headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia. We deliver groundbreaking research with advanced software and systems engineering that provides an information advantage to contribute to the mission and operational success of our customers. We offer complex challenges, a top-notch work environment, and a world-class, collaborative team. If you want to grow your career and make a difference while doing it, AnaVation is the perfect fit for you! AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.