Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 27718

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 137,510 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid healthcare premium

10% 401k benefit

Generous PTO

Education/training allowances

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a talented Software Engineer to develop innovative software solutions in Columbia, MD. The role requires expertise in Java and Kubernetes, with responsibilities including software design and team collaboration. A hybrid work structure allows flexibility, and candidates should have a strong background in modern software practices. Applicants with a U.S. Government Security Clearance will be preferred. This position provides competitive salary and diverse benefits, including healthcare and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software engineering, especially Java.
• At least 9 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Experience in CI/CD tooling and automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex software capabilities for computer systems.
• Work collaboratively with engineering teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide tech leadership.

Skills

Java development

Troubleshooting

Kubernetes

RESTful web services

Microservices architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma with 13 years experience

Tools

Spring Framework

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

Enlighten Overview

Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers’ greatest challenges.

We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn’t always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done—while having some flexibility to work from home when available to achieve focused results.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premium for healthcare, vision and dental plans.
• 10% 401k benefit.
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays.
• Education/training allowances.

Anticipated Salary Range: $137,510.00 - $195,000.00. The salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, Enlighten takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function, internal equity and a candidate's education or training, work experience, certifications and key skills. Occasionally positions/roles may include additional non-recurrent compensation and will be addressed by the recruiter during the interview process.

Job Description

Enlighten is a cutting-edge technology company that is dedicated to developing innovative software solutions for our clients. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer to join our team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex software capabilities for computer-based systems. You will work closely with other talented engineers to create software solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with modern tools and technologies, and you will be encouraged to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that is committed to delivering high-quality software solutions to our clients. If you are a self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented software engineer who is passionate about developing innovative software solutions, we would love to hear from you.

Mid-Senior Level

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Must have a strong working knowledge and experience developing Java based software capabilities.
• Should have an inquisitive nature, responsiveness, and excellent testing skills.
• Must also possess strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines.
• Keep up‑to‑date with emerging trends and technologies in software development.
• Will work in a fast‑paced, small business environment with our talented team.
• Seamlessly transition between hands‑on execution and team guidance, treating mentorship and team leadership as inherent components of senior‑level impact.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Security Clearance: A current U.S. Government Security Clearance is desired, but not required; U.S. Citizenship required. Also consider candidates with a current Secret or TS level clearance.
• 9 years experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Spring, Guava) Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Experience building and maintaining Kubernetes deployments using tools like Helm and Flux.
• Strong Java software development experience.
• Experience in designing enterprise APIs.
• Experience in RESTful web services.
• Experience in Microservices architecture.
• Experience with the Agile software lifecycle.
• Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting.
• Experience with the Linux operating system.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Demonstrated experience serving as a tech lead, mentor, or manager for engineering teams.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in cloud based technologies (AWS, Azure).
• Experience designing and writing custom Kubernetes tooling like operators and custom CRDs.
• Experience with programming languages such as Golang and Python.
• Experience with writing automation in CI/CD tooling such as GitLab CI pipelines.
• Experience in distributed databases, NoSQL databases, full text-search engines (e.g. Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Solr).
• Scripting experience is a huge plus.
• Prior experience or familiarity with our Big Data Platform is a plus.
• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.)

We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.eitccorp.com [eitccorp.com].