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Location: Laurel, MDEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Arrangement: 100% OnsiteClearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer I to join a collaborative engineering team supporting mission-critical software development in a secure environment. This role involves designing, developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining enterprise software applications while contributing to every phase of the software development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Java and .NET development, experience working across Linux and Windows environments, and a passion for building reliable, scalable software solutions using modern development tools and containerization technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to develop software design and performance specifications.
• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing software applications.
• Debug software, identify defects, and implement effective solutions.
• Integrate software into new or existing operating environments.
• Develop and maintain data queries for databases and data repositories.
• Design and implement complex database interfaces and repository queries.
• Write, review, and maintain software and system documentation.
• Recommend improvements to software development processes, standards, and documentation.
• Collaborate with software engineers and technical teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership appropriate to the software development process and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
• Additional applicable software engineering experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and technical requirements.

Required Technical Skills

• Experience developing applications using:*
  • Java
  • C#/.NET
  • JavaScript
• Experience with Java technologies including:*
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring MVC
  • Hibernate
  • Log4J
• Experience using version control and build tools including:*
  • Git
  • Gradle
• Experience working in both Linux and Windows environments, including:*
  • Bash scripting
  • RPM packaging
  • PowerShell scripting
• Experience with Docker, including:*
  • Building and running container images
  • Creating Dockerfiles
  • Docker Compose

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with web application development.
• Experience working with MySQL databases.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Experience with GitHub Packages.
• Experience packaging applications for Windows environments (MSI, portable ZIP, etc.).
• Familiarity with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
• Knowledge of PKI infrastructure and X.509 certificates.
• Experience developing and maintaining unit tests.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Technical Environment

• Java
• Spring Boot
• Spring MVC
• Hibernate
• Log4J
• C#/.NET
• JavaScript
• Git
• Gradle
• Docker
• Docker Compose
• Linux
• Bash
• Windows
• PowerShell
• MySQL
• GitHub Actions
• GitHub Packages
• PKI
• X.509 Certificates
• Windows WSL

Clearance Requirement

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required. U.S. citizenship is required to maintain the clearance.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to work on mission-critical software systems in a highly collaborative engineering environment. You'll contribute to the development of secure, high-performance applications while working with modern technologies, containerized deployments, and industry best practices. If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges and delivering impactful software solutions, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career while supporting meaningful national security missions.