Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Overview Position Title: Software Engineer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Reports To: Program Manager Job Type: Full-time Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Summary: As a Software Engineer for a recently awarded government contract, you are the architect of the highly complex systems that drive our mission forward. We are looking for a creative problem-solver who enjoys building, maintaining, and transforming complex, processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithms, and cloud-scale environments.

You will ensure the scalability, performance, and operational excellence of our codebases, working alongside technical leads and system architects to engineer mission-critical components. This role will support and represent LufCo with our industry partners within the Ft. Meade market. At LufCo, you'll do more than fill a role-you'll help build what's next. We offer a people-first, agile environment where your ideas are valued, your impact is visible, and your work directly supports meaningful, mission-driven outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user and system requirements to derive complex software design, performance metrics and interface constraints.
• Design, code, test and modify new software solutions or enhance existing software to adapt to new hardware, optimize performance, and integrate components into modified operating systems.
• Develop and implement advanced mathematical algorithms, structural data repositories, and complex databased queries that meet strict timing and system resource boundaries.
• Incorporate Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) functionality to optimizr software design and architecture reuse.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership to software development teams, delegate responsibilities, choose appopriate development processes, and perform rigorous quality control checks on final team deliverables.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 4 years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processed may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.

Experience

• SWE0: 0+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• SWE1: 7+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• SWE2: 14+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• SWE3: 20+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Technical Skills

• Core Engineering Languages: High proficiency in Java SE, Python, Git, Shell/bash scripting, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Frameworks & Back-End: Practical knowledge of Spring Framework, Spring Tool Suite, Hibernate, MySQL, Web Services, Jenkins, Nexus, Maven, JUnit, and IDE environments.
• Cloud & Devops: Hands-on experience with container platforms and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) along with GitLab CI and SonarQube automated CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Methodology: Extensive experience operating within an Agile development framework to deploy a new functional capability inside every Sprint cycle.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel as required.
• Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments. Why Join Us?
• The LufCo Difference: Join a company that prioritizes employee experience. We are more than just a contractor; we are a community of innovators who value flexibility and authentic connection.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives. Your analysis directly protects the nation and supports those on the front lines.
• Cutting-Edge Stack: Work with the latest advancements in AI/ML, cloud-scale analytics, and modern data visualization tools.
• Growth-Centric Culture: We invest in you. Enjoy opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and a clear path for career advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer competitive salaries, a generous PTO policy, 401K matching, and premium health/dental/vision coverage.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract.
• Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• For the full list of LufCo Benefits, visit our website: https://www.lufburrow.com/careers Position availability can vary due to dynamic, evolving contract needs.

This job posting being active does not guarantee an immediately available position matching its description. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change based on the needs of the company. LufCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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