Software Engineer (27784) with Security Clearance

Essential Job Responsibilities Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing Java and/or Kotlin based software capabilities. Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing skills. Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines. Seamlessly transition between hands-on execution and team guidance, treating mentorship and team leadership as inherent components of senior-level impact. Keep up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in software development. Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with our talented team. Additional duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Security Clearance - A current U.S. Government security clearance is not required on day 1, but will be processed for a Secret level clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Can also consider candidates with a Secret or TS level clearance. At least 9 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g., Spring, Guava) and a Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. Experience in designing enterprise APIs. Experience in RESTful web services. Experience in Microservices architecture. Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigms. Experience with the agile software lifecycle. Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting. Experience with the Linux operating system. Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven). Demonstrated experience serving as a tech lead, mentor, or manager for engineering teams. Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed. Preferred Requirements Experience with cloud-native technologies, specifically AWS or Azure. Proficiency in distributed databases, NoSQL, and search engines like Elasticsearch, MongoDB, or Solr. Strong scripting skills and familiarity with Kotlin (preferred). Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes orchestration. Previous exposure to our Big Data Platform. Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and standard dev tools (Jira, Confluence, GitHub). Ability to obtain or maintain DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications.