Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 30402

HII's Mission Technologies division•Columbia, MD

3d•$111,662 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Enlighten is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement complex software capabilities for computer-based systems. The engineer will work with other engineers to create client-focused software solutions and use modern tools and technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced small-business environment. The role includes integrating AI coding agents into engineering workflows, using autonomous agents for feature implementation, refactoring, and test generation, and reviewing agent-generated code for security, performance, and architectural alignment. The position uses a hybrid work arrangement, averaging 1–2 days per week at the Columbia, Maryland office, with flexibility to adapt to schedule changes. A U.S. Government Security Clearance must be obtained and maintained, though it is not required on the first day; U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge and experience developing Java-based software capabilities.
Inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing skills.
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.
Experience integrating advanced AI agents, specifically Claude Code or Google's Antigravity/Gemini agentic workflows, into daily software engineering routines.
Ability to guide AI agents through complex, multi-repository application architectures, manage context efficiently, and critically audit generated code.
Must obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; clearance is not required on day one. U.S. citizenship is required.
One of the following experience and education combinations: 5+ years of software engineering experience with modern Java frameworks and libraries (e.g., Spring, Guava) and a bachelor's degree in a related field; 3 years of relevant experience with a master's degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 9 years of relevant experience.
Experience designing enterprise APIs.
Experience with RESTful web services.
Experience with microservices architecture.
Experience with object-oriented programming paradigms.
Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
Ability to learn quickly and work independently as well as in a team.
Experience with the Linux operating system.
Experience with configuration management tools such as Git, Nexus, or Maven.
Ability to obtain a DoD 8140/8570 compliance certification, such as Security+, within 60 days of hire.
Ability to work in a hybrid environment, averaging 1–2 days per week at the Columbia, Maryland office, and adapt to schedule changes.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure.
Experience with distributed databases, NoSQL databases, or full-text search engines such as Elasticsearch, MongoDB, or Solr.
Scripting experience.
Prior experience or familiarity with data lakes or warehouses.
Understanding of agile software development methodologies and standard software development tool suites such as JIRA, Confluence, or GitHub Enterprise.
Experience using AI tools such as Claude Code or Gemini in daily engineering workflows.
Experience using autonomous agents for multi-file implementation, refactoring, and automated testing.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement complex software capabilities for computer-based systems.
Collaborate with engineers to create software solutions that meet client needs.
Use AI coding agents for multi-file feature implementation, codebase refactoring, and automated unit and integration test generation.
Guide AI agents through complex, multi-repository architectures and audit generated code for security, performance, and architectural alignment.
Keep up to date with emerging trends and technologies in software development.
Work in a fast-paced small-business environment with the team.
Perform additional duties as assigned.