Software Engineer, Level 2

Independent Software•Columbia, MD

About The Position

At Independent Software, as a Software Engineer Level 2, you will design, develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems supporting mission-critical operations and advanced technical environments. You will work on challenging projects involving processing-intensive analytics, real-time systems, large-scale data processing, and enterprise software applications. In this role, you will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and mission partners to develop scalable and efficient software solutions based on documented requirements. You will contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including system design, implementation, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and sustainment. This position offers the opportunity to work in dynamic, secure environments while solving complex technical problems that directly support critical mission objectives.

Requirements

Experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing complex software systems
Strong understanding of software engineering principles, methodologies, and best practices
Experience with software development, testing, debugging, and system integration
Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop scalable software solutions
Experience supporting processing-intensive analytics, large data systems, or real-time operational environments
Understanding of software architecture, system design, and hardware/software integration concepts
Experience with Linux, UNIX, or Windows development environments
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Minimum of eight (8) years of software engineering experience on programs of similar scope, type, and complexity
Minimum of two (2) years of experience supporting Big Data cloud technologies and/or distributed computing environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with large-scale distributed systems or high-performance computing environments
Experience with real-time systems, protocol processing, or data analytics platforms
Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
Experience integrating COTS/GOTS software solutions
Experience supporting secure or mission-critical environments

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, maintain, and enhance complex software systems and applications
Develop software solutions supporting analytics platforms, real-time systems, and large-scale data processing environments
Analyze documented requirements and translate them into functional software components and system enhancements
Review and test software components to ensure adherence to design requirements and operational standards
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, bugs, and performance issues
Participate in software architecture and system design activities, including hardware/software trade-off analysis
Support integration and evaluation of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) technologies
Perform requirements analysis and synthesis from system-level requirements to individual software components
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system integration, testing, deployment, and operational sustainment
Develop and maintain technical documentation, software design artifacts, and test procedures
Participate in code reviews and apply software development best practices and methodologies
Support system modernization, optimization, and enhancement initiatives