Senior Principal Software Engineer

Capital Technology Group provides expert consulting services software development, digital transformation, human-centered design, data analytics and visualization, and cybersecurity.

Our multidisciplinary teams use agile methodologies to rapidly and incrementally deliver value in close collaboration with our clients. For over a decade, we have been trusted by both federal and commercial clients to solve complex, mission-critical business challenges. The quality of our work has been recognized by our partners and peers through our inclusion in the Digital Services Coalition, a group of forward-thinking firms recognized for excellence in delivering IT services.

We're looking for a Senior
Principal Software Engineer with deep technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and who can serve as a hands‑on technical lead on major programs to support our clients. You'll leverage expertise across multiple languages and frameworks to design and build scalable solutions. Beyond writing clean code, you'll collaborate with stakeholders, mentor team members, and help drive CTG's growth by taking initiative on high‑impact projects.

If you're a seasoned, high-impact engineer and lifelong learner who thrives on solving complex problems, communicating technical concepts clearly, and driving meaningful change in civic tech, we’d love to hear from you!

Client Requirements: applicants MUST BE US Citizens and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance

• Lead and architect full-stack solutions across front-end, back-end, and database layers using modern technologies
• Develop and maintain applications using Java, Type Script, Python, React, and/or related languages
• Design and optimize high-performance databases using Postgre
  
  SQL and other SQL and No
  
  SQL technologies
• Establish and enforce CI/CD best practices and Dev Ops principles across development workflows
• Deploy and manage applications on AWS infrastructure using containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Serve as a technical lead on major programs
  , mentoring junior engineers and conducting code reviews
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, scope solutions, and deliver results in agile environments
• Lead and manage engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance
• Drive initiatives that support CTG's growth and contribute to organizational success beyond day-to-day product work
• Lead internal rapid prototyping efforts and R&D projects

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 year tenure in recent roles
• Preference given to candidates in the DMV area
• Hands‑on experience with relational databases (MySQL, Postgres, SQL)
• Familiarity with web servers and deployment infrastructure (e.g., Nginx, AWS)
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with design teams
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience
  , with the ability to guide and develop engineering teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated experience with CI/CD practices and modern software development workflows
• Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools or cloud platform management
• Comfort working in version-controlled, collaborative environments (Git/Git Hub)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities with a track record of delivering high-impact solutions

• Experience with Python
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator, AWS Solution Architect Professional, or equivalent certification

We are committed to offering a competitive salary for this position, with an estimated range of $170k to $200k annually. Please note that this range is intended to provide a general idea of what to expect; however, the final offer may vary based on experience, skills, and other factors. The stated range is not a guarantee and is subject to change.

• Remote Work (Hybrid roles will be specified in the job post)
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with 4% matching
• Liberal PTO vacation policy
• Generous Annual Continuing Education
• Annual Wellness Budget
• Bonus Incentive Programs (Employee referrals and performance-based rewards)

Thanks for your interest in Capital Technology Group!

Capital Technology Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.