Software Engineer Level 3

Markon•Fort Meade, MD

1d•$230,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Markon is seeking a Software Engineer 3 to support the Fort Meade customer as part of the MT&E team. This role focuses on the design, development, and deployment of cloud-native applications and services within AWS environments. The position leverages AWS managed services to build scalable, resilient, and secure solutions that support mission-critical operations. This role works closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to modernize systems, automate processes, and deliver innovative capabilities in support of evolving mission requirements.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer.
Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of software engineering experience
Experience developing applications within AWS cloud environments
Experience utilizing AWS managed services to build scalable and resilient solutions
Strong software development experience in one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript
Experience developing RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-native applications
Experience working in Agile development environments
Experience with source code management and CI/CD practices
Strong understanding of cloud architecture, application security, and software design principles
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with serverless architectures and AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, ECS, EKS, or Step Functions
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
Experience supporting Intelligence Community mission systems and cloud modernization initiatives
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automated deployment pipelines

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain cloud-native software applications and services
Develop solutions utilizing AWS managed services and cloud-native architectures
Support system modernization, automation, and application migration efforts
Develop and maintain APIs, microservices, and backend application components
Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to define requirements and implement technical solutions
Optimize application performance, scalability, security, and reliability within AWS environments
Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, testing, and deployment
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, integration challenges, and performance issues
Develop and maintain technical documentation and software artifacts
Support system integration, deployment, and sustainment activities