Biometrics Full-Stack Tech Lead

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Full Stack Tech Lead to join our biometrics team. This role is ideal for a senior software engineer who enjoys mentoring developers, leading technical decisions, and building scalable applications that run in both cloud and edge environments. You will play a critical role in shaping the development process while working closely with enterprise architects, engineers, and stakeholders.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 2 days per week on-site in Ashburn, VA required. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of developers in designing, implementing, and maintaining biometric processing applications.
• Develop and maintain software in one or more of the following languages: Python, C#, or Java (Python and C# are most commonly used on the team).
• Provide mentorship, conduct code reviews, and contribute to task planning.
• Collaborate with enterprise architecture teams to define system design and best practices.
• Support and troubleshoot deployed biometric solutions in production environments.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and cloud-based deployments as needed (prior experience is helpful but not required).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a CBP Background Investigation (BI) clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 9+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong expertise in at least one of the following: Python, C#, or Java.
• Experience leading or mentoring developers in an agile environment.
• Familiarity with cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or distributed systems.
• Proficiency in Git-based source control and modern development workflows.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have, but Not Required):

• Experience in biometrics, computer vision, or machine learning techniques.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices.
• Basic understanding of DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code).
• Experience with cloud-native application development or serverless computing.
• Understanding of cybersecurity best practices and secure coding principles.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Develop biometrics solutions for national security and public safety.
• Career Growth: Lead a talented team, contribute to architecture decisions, and work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Flexible Work Environment: Primarily remote with occasional on-site collaboration.
• Supportive Culture: Work in an environment that values mentorship, innovation, and continuous learning.

If you are an experienced Full Stack Developer with leadership skills and a passion for solving complex problems, we encourage you to apply!

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.