Senior Software Engineer TS SCI w/ POLY

Company: Aperio Global
Location: Fort Meade, MD
Type: Contract
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
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Aperio Global, a company solving national security challenges through cybersecurity, AI, data analytics, and cloud technologies, is hiring a Senior Software Engineer in Fort Meade, MD. The role involves building custom analytics at scale, working with data scientists, and requires strong experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Java MapReduce, Python PySpark, plus statistical analysis and machine learning fundamentals. Requires a Bachelor's degree with 11+ years of relevant experience and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. Salary is $180-200K, with benefits including health care, 401k match, and paid time off.

Our Mission Statement

At Aperio Global, we bring together experts in cybersecurity, AI, data analytics, and cloud technologies to solve complex national security challenges. We focus on work where our expertise creates the greatest impact.

Our team includes technologists, Intelligence Community veterans, and security professionals who believe the best solutions come from collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence. From cyber operations and AI platforms to cloud-native software and emerging technologies, our work speaks for itself.

Come Solve With Us

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, retirement savings with company match, generous paid time off, and professional development. We invest in our people because great missions require great teams.

Aperio Global is seeking an experienced Senior Developer to create custom analytics to perform at scale. The software engineer will work closely with data scientists and end users to develop innovative analytic tools to further discovery and tradecraft around critical global challenges, then deliver innovative solutions focused on operationalizing data science.

Job Responsibilities/Qualifications:

Work directly with data scientists as well as mission analysts to solve the most demanding strategic problems; perform end-to-end software engineering to prototype, develop, integrate, test, and deploy tools and tradecraft into the customer's corporate architecture.
Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with Jupyter Notebooks, Java MapReduce, Python PySpark
Strong experience with statistical analysis and machine learning fundamentals
Strong experience with customer tools, architecture, data flow, and use of big data.
Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Gitlab; experience with Agile methodologies
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 11-years of relevant experience or equivalent.

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.


Nice to Have:


Experience with software development processes (i.e., requirements analysis, software design, implementation, testing, integration, deployment/installation, and maintenance) and programming.
Experience with Data Science, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and using Large Language Models (LLMs)​


Salary: 180-200K

The salary range for this role represents Aperio’s good-faith estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Placement within the range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to an individual’s qualifications, relevant experience, education, certifications, technical skills, contract labor categories and/or rates, work location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits

At Aperio Global, we understand the value of investing in our most important asset—our employees. That's why we have crafted a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you make the best decision for yourself, your family and your lifestyle. For additional details, contact our talent acquisition team.

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with 100% employer match up to 6%
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Professional Development
  • (and much more)

Aperio Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs — never on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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About the Company

Name: Aperio Global
Website: https://aperioglobal.com

Aperio Global develops intelligent software platforms that transform complex, high-volume data into actionable insight. Organizations across government and commercial sectors face fragmented data challenges. Aperio's platforms unify, contextualize, and operationalize data to enable faster, more confident decision-making. Built with AI, data engineering, and secure infrastructure, Aperio delivers scalable solutions that reduce custom development and accelerate time-to-value. Developed for mission-critical environments, Aperio now supports commercial organizations solving complex data challenges. Aperio's human-centered AI enhances decision-making and reduces cognitive overload.

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