Piper Companies is seeking a C / C++ Developer focused on encryption development for a leading government contracting organization. The C / C++ Developer will support the design, development, and enhancement of secure encryption solutions within a highly mission-critical environment. The C/C++ Developer role is a long term contract opportunity, requires you to work onsite 5 days per week in Fort Meade, MD and requires a TS/SCI with a FS Poly. Responsibilities of the C / C++ Developer: • Develop, enhance, and maintain encryption-focused software applications using C and C++. • Design and implement secure cryptographic solutions to support mission objectives. • Analyze system requirements and translate them into efficient, scalable software designs. • Perform code reviews, testing, debugging, and optimization of existing applications. • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate encryption technologies into larger systems. • Support the full software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, deployment, and maintenance. Requirements of the C / C++ Developer: • 5+ years of professional software development experience using C and C++. • Experience developing or supporting encryption, cryptographic, or cybersecurity-related applications. • Strong understanding of software engineering principles, algorithms, and data structures. • Experience working within Linux-based environments. • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) clearance. Compensation for the C / C++ Developer: • Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 • Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law. Keywords: C++, C Programming, Software Development, Encryption Development, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Secure Software Engineering, Linux, Systems Programming, Application Development, Software Design, Debugging, Code Review, Algorithm Development, Data Structures, Information Security, TS/SCI FSP, Fort Meade, Government Contracting, Secure Systems, Low-Level Development This job opens for applications on 10/30/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date. #LI-AG1 #ONSITE