Software Engineer 2 - Mission Software & Data Systems

Salary Range: $208,962 - $254,740 annually

Software Engineer 2 - Mission Software & Data Systems

Location: Annapolis Junction, MDPosition Type: Full-TimeSecurity Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Position Overview: Navius Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer Level 2 to support mission-critical programs in a secure environment. This position offers the opportunity to lead teams, design complex software systems, and directly influence the performance and security of national defense platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead software development efforts appropriate to the project's development methodology (Agile, Spiral, Waterfall, etc.)
• Design, develop, and maintain complex database and data repository interfaces and queries
• Implement or enhance high-performance algorithms to meet strict functional and system requirements
• Modify, debug, and improve existing software to address bugs, integrate with new hardware, or enhance performance
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance, working with system engineers and users, and investigating data flows and processing logic
• Apply scientific analysis and modeling techniques to design scalable and maintainable software systems
• Design and implement software components under strict timing, resource, or interface constraints
• Conduct and support testing of software components, and ensure alignment with requirements and standards
• Provide quality control oversight on development outputs and team deliverables
• Implement process improvements and recommend enhancements to coding standards and documentation practices
• Collaborate with system engineers and hardware engineers to define detailed software requirements and performance specs
• Oversee software installation and coordinate with operations teams to ensure proper system function and compliance

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Typically 14+ years of software engineering experience (may vary based on education level)
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C++, or Python
• Demonstrated experience in systems engineering collaboration and performance tuning
• Expertise in software lifecycle, systems integration, and algorithm development
• Proven experience leading software development teams and mentoring junior developers
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and classified environments

• Flexible, customized medical coverage for you and your family
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with tax advantages and year-to-year rollover
• Dental and vision insurance for comprehensive careFinancial Security
• Competitive salaries that reflect your skills and market value
• 401(k) with 8% employer contribution — fully vested on day one
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD & LTD) coverage

• Generous paid vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Sick and safe leave
• Paid maternity leave

• Annual technology stipend
• Training and development allowance
• Annual profit-sharing program

At Navius, we believe that when you’re supported, you perform your best. Join a company that values your contributions and invests in your futureWe provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Healthcare Plan with HSA; Prescription Plan; Dental; VisionFinancial: Competitive Salaries; 401(k); Dependent Care FSA; Life, LTD, STD, AD&DTime-Off: Vacation Days; HolidaysBonuses (Annual): Tech Allowance; Training Allowance; 401(k) Profit Share