Enterprise - Senior Software Engineer - Java, AWS, AI/ML

Erias Ventures•Annapolis Junction, MD

8h•$215,000 - $245,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to drive research, modernization, and innovation initiatives across mission-critical systems. This role focuses on evaluating existing production environments, identifying modernization opportunities, and delivering rapid, validated solutions through structured trade studies and short-duration experiments. You will collaborate directly with mission stakeholders to assess system gaps, design fail-fast experiments, and lead proof-of-concept development efforts that influence long-term architectural direction. Your work will directly impact modernization strategies, cloud adoption, and enterprise re-architecture efforts. Engage with mission stakeholders to identify operational challenges and modernization opportunities Conduct trade studies and produce detailed technical research reports with actionable recommendations Design and execute short-duration (one-week) fail-fast experiments to validate feasibility Lead development of proof-of-concept solutions within six-week timelines, ensuring weekly demonstrable milestones Provide accurate time, scope, and resource estimates to maintain mission schedules Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate successful prototypes into operational environments Plan and support replatforming, rearchitecting, and refactoring of monolithic applications into cloud-native solutions Apply secure authentication, authorization, and PKI principles within modernized architectures Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and propose innovative mission-aligned solutions This position allows for partial telework.

Requirements

Fourteen (14) years’ of relevant experience in software engineering, modernization, or solution architecture.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is required.
Strong proficiency in Java, Python, and JavaScript (ReactJS)
Experience with AWS services including EC2 and S3
Hands-on experience with REST-based services and modern API development
Experience with the Atlassian Tool suite of software development and management products (Confluence and Jira)
Familiar with SAFe Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
Experience with system administration of solutions related to metrics and monitoring, including Splunk
Experience configuring and sustaining VMware ESXi/Virtualization environments
Experience with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible
Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
Strong understanding of authentication and authorization frameworks including OAuth2 and OpenID Connect
Experience working with PKI and certificate management
Experience working in Agile development environments
Must meet LCat Capabilities Requirements
Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting modernization trade studies and architectural assessments
Experience with graph databases such as Amazon Neptune or Neo4j
Familiarity with AI/ML tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face
Experience with GoLang
Experience with Grafana
Experience with identity and access management platforms such as Keycloak
Experience with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
Familiarity with build tools such as Maven
Experience designing scalable, cloud-native architectures for mission systems
Ability to interpret ambiguity and translate high-level needs into technical solutions
Comfortable guiding junior developers and organizing tasking within collaborative teams
Experience working in fast-paced, evolving mission environments

Responsibilities

Engage with mission stakeholders to identify operational challenges and modernization opportunities
Conduct trade studies and produce detailed technical research reports with actionable recommendations
Design and execute short-duration (one-week) fail-fast experiments to validate feasibility
Lead development of proof-of-concept solutions within six-week timelines, ensuring weekly demonstrable milestones
Provide accurate time, scope, and resource estimates to maintain mission schedules
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate successful prototypes into operational environments
Plan and support replatforming, rearchitecting, and refactoring of monolithic applications into cloud-native solutions
Apply secure authentication, authorization, and PKI principles within modernized architectures
Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and propose innovative mission-aligned solutions

Benefits

Above Market Hourly Pay
11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees
Company subsidized Medical Coverage
100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
100% Company Paid Long Term Disability , Short Term Disability , and Group Life Insurance
Monthly Wellness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
Onboarding and Annual Swag
Company Paid Professional Development and Training