ME00551-Software Engineer 1

Momentum Engineering; Maryland; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

PTO 3 weeks+

Group medical plan

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

STD/LTD

Job summary

Momentum Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer to support a high‑priority malware analysis modernization program, focusing on frameworks development for mission‑critical capabilities.

You will join a team of engineers developing new front‑end data processing capabilities for a malware analysis tool. The role emphasizes developing back‑end services, Java applications, and RESTful interfaces within an Agile environment, with strong emphasis on security, scalability, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree and seven years' experience.
• Strong experience developing Java applications (backend services; front‑end development not required).
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and services.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Ability to multitask and quickly pivot between priorities.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Git.
• Experience with IntelliJ or Eclipse IDE.
• Experience working with Kubernetes.
• Experience with JMX messaging systems such as ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frameworks and backend services supporting front‑end data processing.
• Support modernization of existing processing services and system components.
• Design and implement Java‑based applications and RESTful services.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders in an Agile development environment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and integration issues.
• Contribute to continuous integration and deployment processes.
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team technical discussions.
• Support the development of scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions.

Skills

Java development

RESTful APIs

Agile development

Jira/Confluence

Git

Kubernetes

JMX messaging (ActiveMQ/RabbitMQ)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

IntelliJ IDE

Eclipse IDE

Job description

Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long‑term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.

Job Summary

• Seeking a Software Engineer to support a high‑priority, highly visible malware analysis modernization program focusing on frameworks development supporting mission‑critical capabilities
• The selected candidate will work with a team of dynamic and innovative engineers to develop new capabilities supporting the front‑end processing of data for a mission‑critical malware analysis tool

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frameworks and backend services supporting front‑end data processing
• Support modernization of existing processing services and system components
• Design and implement Java‑based applications and RESTful services
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders in an Agile development environment
• Troubleshoot and resolve system and integration issues
• Contribute to continuous integration and deployment processes
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and team technical discussions
• Support the development of scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions

Required Qualifications

• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
• Bachelor's Degree and seven years' experience
• Strong experience developing Java applications (backend services; front‑end development not required)
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and services
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Ability to multitask and quickly pivot between priorities
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and Git
• Experience with IntelliJ or Eclipse IDE
• Experience working with Kubernetes
• Experience with JMX messaging systems such as ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, or similar

Desired Qualifications

• Kotlin
• MongoDB
• Spring or Spring Boot
• Python

Exempt hourly position.

• 11 paid holidays
• minimum of 3 weeks PTO
• company sponsored group medical plan
• company paid dental
• vision
• life insurance
• STD/LTD plans

Salary is dependent upon the candidate's experience and qualifications.