Junior Software Engineer

TAP Engineering•Fort Meade, MD

30d

About The Position

We are seeking a Level 2 Software Engineer to design, develop, enhance, and maintain a wide range of complex software systems, including analytics platforms, real-time processing systems, large-scale data applications, and mission-support tools. This role supports both independent development and collaborative team efforts while following established software engineering standards. You’ll contribute across the full lifecycle, from requirements of analysis and coding to testing, optimization, and integration, while providing technical leadership to software teams as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of software engineering experience
Proficiency in Java, Python, or C++
Experience developing software in Linux environments
Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies
Strong understanding of software design, debugging, testing, and documentation
Experience with REST APIs, microservices, or distributed systems
Familiarity with version control tools (Git preferred)
Ability to perform troubleshooting, fault isolation, and system optimization
Experience integrating software with large-scale or multi-component systems
Ability to support on-site operations when required
Strong communication and teamwork skills
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, based on current background investigation (SBI), as well as the favorable completion of full scope polygraph.
U.S. Citizenship
Favorable Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Abuse/Illegal Drug Use
Credit Check
Subject Interview

Responsibilities

Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications
Design, code, test, and integrate new software features or enhancements
Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve defects in existing software systems
Develop or improve documentation and software development process standards
Integrate existing software into new or modified systems and environments
Build data queries and database interfaces for existing or proposed repositories
Write and review software and system design documentation
Serve as a team lead in alignment with the development process for assigned projects
Design and implement complex algorithms and database interfaces
Apply scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict outcomes and inform design decisions
Assist in developing and executing software component test procedures
Modify existing software to adapt to new hardware or improve system performance
Evaluate system performance standards, data flows, and work processes to recommend improvements
Provide quality control reviews for team-produced code and documentation
Oversee one or more software development teams to ensure compliance with established processes
Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to derive and refine software requirements
Coordinate installation of software systems and validate operational performance