Senior Software Developer - DoD Defense (Hybrid)

The Employee Connect; California (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Employee Connect is seeking a Senior Software Developer in California, MD (Hybrid). This permanent, direct-hire role focuses on building mission software for government clients across the full development lifecycle.

You will own features from requirements through release, mentor teammates, and contribute to secure, reliable systems in long-term defense programs.hybrid work and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• Several years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in languages such as C#, Java, Python, or C++.
• Experience with relational databases and web application development.
• Familiarity with Agile methods and Git.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications supporting defense customers.
• Translate customer requirements into technical designs and working features.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in peer code reviews.
• Integrate software with databases, services, and external systems.
• Troubleshoot defects and improve performance and reliability.
• Document designs, interfaces, and release procedures.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team best practices.

Skills

C#

Java

Python

C++

Relational databases

Web application development

Git

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field

Tools

SQL

Cloud concepts

Job description

The Employee Connect is seeking a Senior Software Developer in California, MD (Hybrid). This permanent, direct-hire role focuses on building mission software for government clients across the full development lifecycle.

You will own features from requirements through release, mentor teammates, and contribute to secure, reliable systems in long-term defense programs.hybrid work and growth opportunities are available.