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Software Engineer

Haystack
Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesFull-time$87,100–$157,450Posted Aug 26, 2026

About the role

We're hiring on behalf of a Haystack partner!

The Role

  • Design, develop, and maintain mission-focused software applications and data platforms.
  • Build and support ETL pipelines, APIs, and data integration workflows.
  • Develop web-based tools for analysis, visualization, and decision support.
  • Integrate AI/ML and advanced analytics capabilities into applications.
  • Collaborate with users and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
  • Support testing, debugging, optimization, and deployment activities.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field with relevant years of experience (varying by level).
  • Experience supporting Intelligence Community or DoD environments.
  • Proficiency in software development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
  • Experience with full-stack development, including modern front-end frameworks and backend services/APIs.
  • Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases, ETL pipelines, and containerized environments.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms and DevOps practices.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ($87,100 - $157,450) plus bonus potential.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative software and data-driven solutions for a government customer.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including AI/ML and cloud platforms.
  • A fast-paced, mission-focused team environment.

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Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain mission-focused software applications and data platforms
  • Build and support ETL pipelines, APIs, and data integration workflows
  • Develop web-based tools for analysis, visualization, and decision support
  • Integrate AI/ML and advanced analytics capabilities into applications
  • Collaborate with users and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions
  • Support testing, debugging, optimization, and deployment activities

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related field
  • Experience supporting Intelligence Community or DoD environments
  • Proficiency in software development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
  • Experience with full-stack development, including modern front-end frameworks and backend services/APIs
  • Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases, ETL pipelines, and containerized environments
  • Exposure to cloud platforms and DevOps practices

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary plus bonus potential
  • Opportunity to work on innovative software and data-driven solutions for a government customer
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technologies including AI/ML and cloud platforms
  • A fast-paced, mission-focused team environment

Skills mentioned

PythonJavaJavaScriptTypeScriptFrontend DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentREST APIsSQLNoSQLETL

About Haystack

Haystack combines AI & expert vetting to deliver world-class tech candidates who are engaged, aligned, and ready to interview. We're trusted by over 400,000+ tech candidates, working in Software Engineering, Data, Design, DevOps, Cloud, Tech Management, Testing, Product & Delivery, Architecture and more. 100s of employers from startups and scale-ups like Atom Bank, DuckDuckGo and Goodlord to established enterprises like American Express, Dunelm and AWS use Haystack to connect with qualified tech talent that they can't find anywhere else.

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