Mission-Focused Software Engineer — Java/Python, TS/SCI

Navstar Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Navstar Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Level 1 to design, develop, and maintain web-based applications supporting defense missions. You will build backend services and RESTful APIs, contribute to data pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders across the lifecycle.

Responsibilities include testing, debugging, DevOps support, and documentation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience.
• Proficiency developing applications with Java, Python, Spring Boot, and/or Flask.
• Experience using Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and virtualized development environments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain web-based software applications using Java and Python.
• Build and support RESTful APIs and integrate external data sources.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects while optimizing performance.
• Support DevOps processes, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment workflows.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, unit tests, and release documentation.
• Collaborate with software engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to define, refine, and implement new capabilities.

Skills

Java

Python

Spring Boot

Flask

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Navstar Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Level 1 to design, develop, and maintain web-based applications supporting defense missions. You will build backend services and RESTful APIs, contribute to data pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders across the lifecycle.

Responsibilities include testing, debugging, DevOps support, and documentation. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.