Senior Java Software Engineer – Hybrid, AI-Driven

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare: 100% paid employee premium

401k benefit: 10%

PTO + 10 paid holidays

Education/training allowances

Job summary

Enlighten is seeking a talented Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced software capabilities for computer-based systems using Java. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver innovative solutions for our clients, balancing on-site and hybrid work in Hanover, MD and Columbia, MD.

The role emphasizes next-generation coding agents and automated testing, strong troubleshooting, and staying current with emerging technologies.

Qualifications

• Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.
• 5+ years in Software Engineering with Java and related frameworks; 3+ with a Master's; or 9 years with HS diploma.
• Experience designing enterprise APIs and RESTful services.
• Experience with microservices and OOP paradigms.
• Proficiency with Linux and configuration tools (Git, Nexus, Maven).
• DoD 8140/8570 compliance within 60 days of employment.
• Willingness to work on site in Hanover, MD 1-2 days/week and Enlighten’s Columbia, MD 1 day/week.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java-based software capabilities.
• Design, develop, and implement complex software for computer-based systems.
• Integrate Next-Gen Coding Agents and automate tests.
• Guide AI agents through multi-repository architectures, auditing for security and performance.
• Work in a fast-paced, small business environment with the team.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Java

RESTful web services

Microservices

OOP

Linux

Git/Nexus/Maven

Agile software development

Security clearance required

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent with 9 years relevant experience

Tools

Git

Nexus

Maven

Spring

Guava

Job description

Enlighten is seeking a talented Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced software capabilities for computer-based systems using Java. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver innovative solutions for our clients, balancing on-site and hybrid work in Hanover, MD and Columbia, MD.

The role emphasizes next-generation coding agents and automated testing, strong troubleshooting, and staying current with emerging technologies.