Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation
Rapid Application Development Services Technical Lead
Chantilly, VA, USA
Program Description: The Program manages a collaborative multi-enclave (Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret) portfolio of networks to provide a safe, secure, and collaborative environment in which to store, process, enrich, and analyze data. The program streamlines the examination process by offering a “one-stop shop” approach for examiners to leverage a myriad of tools and applications needed to help illustrate the totality of the criminal activity and actor(s) in question.
Position Description: Rapid Application Development Services Technical Lead - We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Rapid Application Development (RAD) Services Technical Lead to drive the end-to-end design, development, and delivery of fast, scalable, and high-impact digital solutions. In this hybrid role, you will lead agile technical teams, work closely with business stakeholders and clients, and champion modern development practices—including low-code/no-code platforms—to accelerate time-to-value.
This is a high-impact leadership position that requires a unique blend of hands-on development, technical architecture, agile delivery, and customer-facing communication.
Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret with eligibility to Special Compartmented Information (SCI)
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Manage tactical teams performing incident response and computer network operations and exploitation (CNO/CNE) focused on the rapid deployment of capabilities to address challenges in real-time.
Manage teams comprised of technically proficient government personnel and contract staff skilled in advanced digital forensics.
Ability to perform the following duties:
Building and testing operational prototypes
Conducting analysis of case and intelligence related cyber data to develop and apply advanced analytical tools or methodologies
Performing research of novel capabilities derived from technical analysis
Researching emerging technologies, exploitation techniques, custom tools, etc.
Performing reverse engineering of applied cyber actor tools, techniques, and capabilities to garner insights and advance defenses
Performing network analysis and design
Performing robust vulnerability research and analysis of technical information (data, code, binary code, etc)
Supporting systems integration for law enforcement operations
Lead Rapid Development Cycles
Guide the team through accelerated application development sprints, ensuring fast delivery of high-quality prototypes and MVPs.
Architect Scalable & Flexible Solutions
Design systems that support quick iteration and future extensibility, balancing speed with long-term maintainability.
Collaborate Closely with Stakeholders
Work directly with product managers, business analysts, and end users to gather evolving requirements and rapidly implement feedback.
Oversee Technical Execution
Provide technical direction for frontend and backend development, database design, integrations, and low-code/no-code platforms (if applicable).
Promote a Prototype-First Culture
Champion the creation of clickable wireframes, functional mockups, and working demos to validate concepts early and often.
Mentor and Support Developers
Lead and coach a cross-functional development team, fostering best practices in rapid development, code quality, and peer reviews.
Ensure Agile Delivery with Continuous Feedback
Run tight feedback loops through continuous integration, user testing, and iterative releases to quickly evolve applications.
Identify & Resolve Technical Barriers
Troubleshoot issues, remove development roadblocks, and implement pragmatic solutions under tight timelines.
Integrate Tools and Technologies Efficiently
Evaluate and implement RAD-friendly tools, frameworks, and platforms (e.g., OutSystems, Mendix, Microsoft Power Platform, or traditional stacks).
Maintain Quality While Moving Fast
Balance development speed with technical rigor through lightweight testing, version control, and coding standards.
Champion Reusability & Modularity
Build reusable components and templates to accelerate future project cycles and reduce duplicated effort.
Communicate Progress Transparently
Provide clear updates to stakeholders on development progress, risk areas, and timelines during rapid iteration phases.
Required Skills:
Active top-secret clearance.
Full-Stack Development Expertise
Proficiency in both frontend and backend technologies
Low-Code/No-Code Platforms
Rapid Prototyping Tools
Familiarity with prototyping and wireframing tools.
API Integration Skills
Experience rapidly integrating RESTful APIs, third-party services, and cloud-based backends.
Database Design and Querying
Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases, with the ability to design quickly adaptable schemas.
DevOps & CI/CD Fundamentals
Exposure to continuous integration and deployment pipelines to support fast delivery cycles.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead by example and inspire team growth.
Some domestic or internal travel may be required.
Preferred Skills:
Platform & Framework Specialization
Integration Experience
Development and Delivery Optimization
Process and Collaboration Experience
Soft Skills:
· Organizational Skills: Can plan and prioritize work. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion and makes sure that everything has been done to the right standard. Good attention to detail.
· Team Work: Able to enthuse and maintain project interest. Comfortable working both individually and as part of a team. Prepared to challenge ideas within a group in a constructive way.
· Leadership: Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges. Able to work effectively at all levels in an organization.
· Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently to team members and clients, verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context. Excellent active listening skills.
· Quantitative Management: Ability to determine process measures and track to determine process effectiveness and efficiency.
· Problem Solving: Natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics. Ability to analyze problems and determine root cause, generating alternatives, evaluating and selecting alternatives and implementing solutions.
· Results oriented: Able to drive things forward regardless of personal interest in the task.
Negotiable Salary
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