Software Engineer III

Sparksoft Corporation • Remote/Hybrid if local to Maryland, MD

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join us at Sparksoft, where we're not just another tech company—we're a catalyst for change. Our mission isn't just to offer IT solutions; it's to revolutionize the way you work. Here, passion isn't just a buzzword; it's the fuel behind groundbreaking ideas and transformative technologies. We serve a wide range of government clients, delivering impact that's felt across the nation.
Our true strength lies in our people. They're the problem-solvers and innovators consistently delivering extraordinary outcomes. With Sparksoft, you're not stepping into a routine job; you're joining a team committed to innovation and excellence. Our innovation extends beyond just delivering projects. Through our specialized Innovation Centers, we continuously refine our methods, ensuring we remain industry leaders.
We are Sparksoft!

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on Java and Spring Boot.
• Expert proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API development, microservices architecture, the ActiveMQ message broker, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Define API contracts using OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and ensure consistent API design standards across services.
• Develop and manage service-to-service communication patterns using synchronous (REST) and asynchronous messaging frameworks such as ActiveMQ, Amazon MQ, and SQS.
• Experience with the version control systems (GitHub) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (Jenkins).
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, and Cucumber.
• Experience with SQL, Python, Bash scripting, Linux, AWS services (Amazon MQ, SQS, S3, EC2, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch), and infrastructure as code tools (Terraform).
• Experience with databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and data modeling.
• Experience with system monitoring tools (Apache JMeter, Grafana, Splunk, DataDog, CloudWatch).
• Knowledge of data analytics tools (AWS QuickSight, Elasticsearch).
• Experience with agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum) and tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years

Nice To Haves

• SAFe Agile Certification
• Experience in healthcare IT (CMS)and understanding of regulatory requirements such as HIPAA.
• Experience and/or knowledge of CMS processes and standards.
• Experience in developing responsive, dynamic, and interactive user interfaces using Angular and React frameworks.
• Experience in converting UI/UX wireframes and prototypes into functional applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications within the program.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Participate in all phases of the Agile development lifecycle, including planning, estimation, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices, conduct code reviews, and write comprehensive unit tests.
• Work closely with product owners, Scrum Masters, DevSecOps engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, provide root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for software applications and processes.
• Continuously enhance software development processes and tools to improve efficiency and quality.
• Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise applications; establish architecture and coding standards, guide technical decisions, and mentor engineers through design reviews, pair programming, and constructive code feedback.
• Drive complex initiatives from requirements through production release, proactively manage technical risks and dependencies, and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver reliable solutions that meet performance, security, compliance, and business objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Flexible paid time off
• Hybrid ways of working
• Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
• Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior