Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Principal Software Engineer opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.

Work Location: Aiken, SC

Application Deadline: 10/13/25 (by Noon ET)

Principal Software Engineer-

Duties:

• Define scope of information technology (IT) programs and develop effective quality solutions which challenge unique or controversial problems solutions in accordance with SRNS IT processes and procedures.
• Develop, recommend and monitor business wide strategic direction for information systems and services.
• Direct and mentors less senior professionals.
• Accountable for reliability, stability, and availability of the site's business and technical information systems including database infrastructure environments.
• Provide judgment, leadership, and expertise in the implementation of complex information systems and database infrastructure initiatives.
• Technical expertise in assigned emphasis areas, demonstrate flexibility in multi-disciplines and assist others in their development.
• Proactively communicate and coordinate with others across IT to provide support for assigned areas and drive change.
• Perform other tasks associated with application development lifecycle, commercial off the shelf software support and database administration.
• Perform root cause analysis and outlines corrective action plans for global problems.
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in resolving issues and developing solutions in a timely fashion.
• Integrate software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, vulnerability scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.
• Guide personnel to ensure efficient utilization of resources and adherence to technical standards, lead the analysis and development of requirements, design specifications, and final products by reviewing systems documentation, plans, and schedules.
• Train and mentor less experienced personnel in the development of requirements, specifications, technical products and existing business processes.
• Lead large sized initiatives and projects by establishing tasks, priorities, milestones, cost estimates, and schedules
• Conduct feasibility studies of automation opportunities and establish cost benefit parameters.
• Develop logical designs for complex computer systems which meet customer requirements, data administration normalization requirements, and data administration data sharing guidelines.
• Lead system, integration, unit and repair testing.
• Lead validation and efficiency reviews of completed program code.
• Review policies, procedures and strategic direction for technical accuracy.
• Lead cross-functional IT teams.
• Evaluate new requests, provide comments, offer suggestions to improve and estimates level of effort for complex IT solutions.
• Maintain cyber posture and compliance required to maintain federal authority to operate.
• Protects operations by keeping information confidential.

Education & Years of Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an IT related discipline (e.g., Information Tech, Computer Tech. Software Eng, Computer Science, Computer Eng) with 7 years proven performance in related assignments; or non-related bachelor's degree with 9 years proven performance in related assignment(s); or Associate Degree in IT related discipline (e.g. Information Tech, Computer Tech, Software Eng, Computer Science, Computer Eng) with 9 years proven performance in related assignment(s); or non-related associate degree with 11 years proven performance in related assignment(s). In lieu of degree, a HS diploma with typically greater than 13 years of equivalent knowledge and experience is acceptable.

Skills/Experience:

• Knowledge of the academic as well as the practical aspects of Software Engineering is required.
• Proven advanced technical knowledge of computer languages, software development fundamentals/methodology and database infrastructure.
• Demonstrated programming skills that include analyzing information, software design, requirements, testing, documentation, problem solving, debugging and software development fundamentals/methodology.
• Must demonstrate proficiency and possess experience necessary to develop complex software and database designs.
• Demonstrates mastery of relevant software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, change management, scanning, and debuggers in the software development process.
• Ability to work with very little direction and supervision to complete projects in a timely manner, make time for unplanned assignments and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proficiency in designing, developing, and implementing custom business applications using Microsoft Power Platform including Power Apps to improve operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possessed an active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past two (2) years.

Other Job Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” clearance.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater Technical Associates will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater job opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers