Software Engineer (IS) Level I (TS/SCI POLY)

Staffed4U•Laurel, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and technical requirements.
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
Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
U.S. citizenship is required to maintain the clearance.

Nice To Haves

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).

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.

Benefits

Highly competitive base salary
Performance-based bonus opportunities
401(k) and Roth retirement plans with up to 10% profit-sharing contribution
25 days of paid time off annually
PTO buy-back program
11 paid holidays annually (with flexible scheduling options)
3 additional paid site closure days per year
Paid bereavement leave
Paid parental leave: 8 weeks childbirth leave for birthing parent
4 weeks bonding leave for all parents (birth or adoption)
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, limited purpose)
Company-paid basic life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Unlimited company-funded training courses and industry conferences
Education assistance and continuing education support
Up to 5 paid training days per year
Company-provided apparel
Regular company-sponsored events, including family-friendly gatherings and social events
Annual holiday celebration