Senior Java Software Engineer - Hybrid & AI-Driven

Enlighten; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Enlighten is a cutting-edge technology company delivering software solutions for government and commercial clients. We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement complex Java-based capabilities across multi-repository systems.

You will collaborate with engineers to create scalable, secure software and stay current with emerging technologies including AI-assisted workflows. This role requires strong Java experience, a Secret U.S.

Qualifications

• Active Secret U.S. Government clearance required or current eligibility.
• 5+ years in Software Engineering with Java and modern frameworks.
• Experience designing enterprise APIs; RESTful web services and microservices.
• Proficiency in OOP and agile software lifecycle.
• Ability to learn quickly; strong problem solving and teamwork.
• Linux experience; familiarity with Git/Nexus/Maven.
• DoD 8140/8570 compliance within 60 days of hire.
• Willing to work onsite in Hanover, MD 1–2 days/week and Columbia, MD 1 day/week.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java-based software capabilities with strong testing discipline.
• Collaborate with engineers to deliver scalable, secure solutions.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in software development.
• Integrate AI agents and autonomous workflows into daily engineering tasks.
• Refactor code and implement multi-file features with robust tests.
• Guide AI agents through complex architectures with security and performance in mind.
• Support a fast-paced, small business environment; perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Java development

Spring Framework

RESTful services

Microservices

Test-driven development

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent with 9 years experience

Tools

Git

Nexus

Maven

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Enlighten is a cutting-edge technology company delivering software solutions for government and commercial clients. We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement complex Java-based capabilities across multi-repository systems.

You will collaborate with engineers to create scalable, secure software and stay current with emerging technologies including AI-assisted workflows. This role requires strong Java experience, a Secret U.S.