Senior Software Engineer- JAVA, SPRING BOOT, REST| SWE4| TS/SCI w/ MD POLY Security Clearance r[...]

Power3 Solutions; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 238,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks paid time off

Eleven paid holidays

401k with employer contributions

Annual performance bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Power3 Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for Java/Spring Boot REST development in Hanover, MD. The role anchors a new feature, guiding design from concept to deployment within an Integrated Feature Team.

Ideal candidates have 12+ years in software engineering, TS/SCI with MD poly clearance, and a strong foundation in OO design, SOLID, and API security practices. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Expert in Java (17+) and the Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of SOLID principles and OO design patterns.
• Proficient in REST interface standards and best practices.
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to collaborate cross-team.
• Ability to write technical documentation including wiki, blogs, XML/HTML.
• Willing to mentor junior/mid-level software developers.
• Proficient with MongoDB data design and indexing.
• Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and ELK Stack.
• Knowledge of PKI/TLS/SSL certificates.
• Understanding ICAM capabilities and integration.
• Experience using Confluence and Jira.

Responsibilities

• Architectural analysis and design of new features using OO principles.
• Lead feature development from concept through testing and deployment.
• Coordinate with Systems Engineering for aligned approaches.
• Decompose designs into actionable tasks and mentor peers.
• Perform rigorous MR reviews to ensure security and performance.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST

OO design

SOLID

Communication

Mentoring

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

ELK Stack

PKI/TLS/SSL

ICAM

Confluence/Jira

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or related field

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Job description

Senior Software Engineer- JAVA, SPRING BOOT, REST| SWE4| TS/SCI w/ MD POLY Security Clearance required

• Hanover, MD

Senior DevOps Software Engineer

SWE4

Salary Range:$238- 275K

Location: Hanover, MD

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with MD polygraph

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer will serve as technical anchor for a new feature/capability being added to our product. Ideal candidate will be able to architect/design a new feature and translate complex business requirements into robust, documented technical designs. Responsibilities will include coordinating closely with members of an Integrated Feature Team (IFT) to ensure high-quality delivery through the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Analysis & Design:Deconstruct complex requirements to determine system impact. You will lead the creation of design documentation usingObject-Oriented (OO) principles, ensuring new features integrate seamlessly without technical debt.
• Technical Shepherding:Act as the feature lead for a new capability. You are responsible for the "definition of done," guiding a feature from initial concept through development, testing, and deployment.
• Cross-Team Coordination:Serve as the technical liaison to the Systems Engineering team to align on approach and constraints.
• Team Leadership & Tasking:Decompose high-level feature designs into actionable tasks for the development team. Manage feature status to leadership and mentor junior/mid-level peers.
• Quality Assurance:Conduct rigorous merge request (MR) reviews to maintain code standards, security protocols, and performance benchmarks

Our Partner delivers mission-ready cybersecurity, engineering, and AI-enhanced software solutions for federal defense clients. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first culture to help modernize securely, accelerate capability delivery, and strengthen operational resilience. Our work supports DoW, with proven experience in ICAM, Zero Trust, cloud-native engineering, and secure Agile development.

Built on Collaboration, Culture, Connection, and Community. Values that guide every engagement and every mission we support. We deliver secure, scalable solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of our clients' operations.

Must Have:

• Expert in Java (17+ preferred) and the Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Deep understanding of SOLID principles and OO design patterns
• Proficient in REST interface standards and best practices
• Ability to communicate and facilitate cross-team collaboration
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; Able to clearly communicate architecture and design concepts
• Ability to write technical documentation including wiki sites, blogs, XML/HTML
• Willing to mentor junior/mid-level software development peers

Desired Skills:

• Strong experience with MongoDB Data Architecture (schema design, indexing, and aggregation).
• Proficiency in Docker for local development and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes orchestration and the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for system monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Experience in PKI/TLS/SSL certificates
• Knowledge of ICAM Capabilities and Integration
• Familiarity using Confluence and Jira
• Strong organization and time management skills, including the ability to multi-task and work independently with minimum supervision to meet deadlines

Requires:

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with MD polygraph
• 12 years software engineering experience
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in computer engineering or in a field related to computer engineering or computer science disciplines. An additional 4 years of Software Engineering experience may be substituted for the degree for a total of 16 years.

Benefits:

• Four (4) weeks paid time
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• 401k plan with 4% employer contributions and immediate vesting plus annual 3% contruibution
• Annual Bonuses for performance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision and insurance
• Education and Training budget provided
• Technical Certification and coursework budget for computer/program expenses
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Amazon Prime Membership Reimbursement
• Birthday Club
• Capstone Swag

Power3 Solutions
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