Cleared Software Engineer (Top Secret Clearance REQUIRED)

TEKsystemsGaithersburg, MD
Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring a Software Engineer to support high‑impact, mission‑driven systems that directly affect real‑world users. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy backend development, building RESTful APIs, and working in Linux environments while contributing to meaningful national security initiatives. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, Agile environment, helping design, build, and enhance modern software solutions used every day by critical end users.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship (required per contract)
  • Bachelor’s degree with 4–8 years of experience or Master’s degree with 2–6 years of experience
  • Professional experience with Python and/or Java
  • Experience developing or maintaining RESTful services
  • Strong SQL skills with relational databases
  • Working knowledge of Linux
  • Ability to work independently within established technical guidelines

Nice To Haves

  • JavaScript or front‑end exposure
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred)
  • Familiarity with Docker, OpenShift, or containerized environments
  • Exposure to cloud platforms
  • Experience with Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Tomcat, or Maven
  • Agile development experience

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend software using object‑oriented programming principles
  • Build and support RESTful APIs within established architectural frameworks
  • Write and maintain SQL queries, supporting data validation and database updates
  • Develop and troubleshoot applications in Linux-based environments
  • Identify, debug, and resolve application defects and performance issues
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and cross‑functional team members
  • Follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and contribute to documentation

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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