CNO Tool Developer Software Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly

CACI, INC.-FEDERAL

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Fort Meade, MD, US Until 8/21/2026 10+ years exp First posted May 20, 2026 Last posted May 20, 2026
Job description
Job Title: CNO Tool Developer Software Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity
Join CACI’s dynamic team as a Senior Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in cutting edge CNO tool development. This position includes design, development, and integration of solutions involving the analysis of large data sets to provide mission-centric insights. You will work closely with analysts, data scientists, and other software engineers to integrate AI/ML technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology, we want you on our team! This if your chance to make a significant impact to the most critical missions. 

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and enhance software solutions that leverage AI/ML models.

  • Build and customize AI systems that process large-scale or mission-relevant datasets.

  • Develop, test, and maintain software in Python or similar scripting languages.

  • Collaborate using version control and workflow tools including Git, Jira, and Confluence.

  • Work with large data processing and search systems such as Elasticsearch or Splunk.

  • Contribute to a high-performing engineering team focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
    Four additional years of software engineering experience may substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.

  • 12+ years of software development experience (or 10 years with a Master’s degree).

  • Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages.

  • Hands-on experience developing AI systems and customizing AI/ML models.

  • Experience working with platforms that handle large or mission-focused datasets.

  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).

  • Experience with large-scale data processing systems such as Elasticsearch or Splunk.

Desired:

  • Experience with both Windows and Unix exploitation security.

  • Strong understanding of VSphere and virtual machine technologies.

  • Familiarity with the CNO operational environment.

  • Development experience with Svelte, TypeScript, Java, MongoDB, and Python.

  • Experience using containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker or Kubernetes.

  • Experience with automation tools like Ansible.

  • Experience working in cloud environments such as AWS.

  • Understanding of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.

  • Experience supporting production CNO capabilities and operations.

  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Kibana.

  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.

  • Experience with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

  • Knowledge of Lua.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.


Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$131,800 - $290,000

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.
About this role

Summary

Develop and integrate AI/ML-powered software solutions for intelligence operations.

Job title

CNO Tool Developer Software Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly

Experience level

12+ years or 10+ years with master’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

defense and intelligence

Location requirements

Fort Meade, MD, US; no remote work allowed

Salary

$132k–$290k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active TS/SCI w/ PolygraphPythonAI systemslarge datasetsversion control

Preferred skills

WindowsUnixVSpherecontainerizationcloud environmentsKibanaJenkinsRAGLua

Specializations

AIMLPythondata processingsecurity
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Meade, MD, USA

On-site City