9509 Software Engineer

Maverick Associates; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Tuition assistance

Dependent care

Job summary

Maverick Associates seeks a Mid Software Engineer in Fort Meade, MD to design and implement Java-based software for complex systems. You will work with a collaborative team, building APIs and microservices while integrating AI agent workflows.

Your role requires strong testing, troubleshooting, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. A DoD/Federal context and on-site collaboration are common, with hybrid work expectations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Software Engineering with modern Java frameworks (e.g., Spring, Guava).
• Experience designing enterprise APIs and RESTful services.
• Strong debugging, testing, and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java-based software capabilities for complex systems.
• Design, develop, and implement software components per client needs.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate AI agents and ensure secure, scalable code.

Skills

Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

OOP

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Git

Nexus

Maven

Linux CLI

Job description

(9509) Mid Software Engineer

Fort Meade, MD, US -- Mid Level - Full-time ID: 29509

Estimated Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $178,000 DOE

About our client:

Our client delivers high‑quality solutions and services to IC, DoD, Federal, and commercial customers. Their security, software, and systems engineers and architects work at the forefront of national challenges, solving some of the most complex problems in cyber analytics and data science.

Our Client's Values

Professionalism and a mission‑centric mindset are core to how they operate, shaping both their work and the way they conduct themselves.

They take pride in fostering a culture of learning, growth, and excellence --- for their employees, their partners, and the customers they serve.

Description

We are a cutting-edge technology company that is dedicated to developing innovative software solutions for our clients. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer to join our team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex software capabilities for computer-based systems. Will work closely with other talented engineers to create software solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies, and you will be encouraged to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to delivering high-quality software solutions to our clients. If you are a self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented software engineer who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing Java 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.


• Keep up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in software development.


• Experience with Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven track record of integrating advanced AI agents, specifically Claude Code or Google's Antigravity / Gemini agentic workflows, into your daily software engineering routine.


• Agentic Feature & Test Development: Experience using autonomous agents to handle multi-file feature implementations, complex codebase refactoring, and the automated generation of robust unit/integration tests.


• Context & Workflow Management: Ability to guide AI agents through complex, multi-repository application architectures, managing context efficiently and critically auditing agent-generated code for security, performance, and architectural alignment.


• Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with our talented team.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Clearance Requirement: Must currently have and maintain an active Secret level U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.


• At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g., Spring, Guava) and a Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 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.


• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven).


• Comfortable working on a linux command line.


• Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting.


• Problem solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed.


• Hybrid Work Requirement: Ability to work on-site at customer facilities in Fort Meade, MD (minimum 1 day/week) and at company headquarters in Columbia, MD (minimum 1 day/week). Candidates must demonstrate flexibility, as on-site frequency may increase based on customer mission requirements and operational needs.

Preferred Requirements

• Current Clearances: Active TS/SCI clearance is a strong plus.


• Experience in cloud based technologies (AWS, Azure)


• Experience in distributed databases, NoSQL databases, full text-search engines (e.g. Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Solr)


• Scripting experience is a huge plus.


• Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven use of AI tools (Claude Code, Gemini) in daily engineering workflows.


• Agentic Feature Delivery: Using autonomous agents for multi-file implementation, refactoring, and automated testing.


• Prior experience or familiarity with Data Lakes/Warehouses (speificially BDP or JCRS-D) is a plus.


• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.)

Compensation

Our client is building a team of like‑minded individuals who aren't afraid to work hard and support one another to achieve exceptional results. Fostering an environment where high‑calibre employees can shine means offering meaningful benefits and support both in the office and beyond.

The benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, financial and retirement plans, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and dependent care.

Salary varies based on location, education, skills, experience, as well as contract-specific affordability. The estimated salary range for this position is between $138,000 and $178,000. This estimate is one part of our client's overall compensation package.