Software Engineer

Independent Software, Inc.; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and mentorship

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Level 2 or Level 3 to support modernization efforts of a mission-critical Java application.

The role involves developing cloud-ready microservices and will require strong Java and Angular skills, along with experience in Agile/Scrum environments. Applicants need 14 to 20 years of experience and must hold an active TS SCI clearance.

Generous compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of Software Engineering experience or 18 years in lieu of degree for Level 2.
• 20+ years of Software Engineering experience or 24 years in lieu of degree for Level 3.
• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain Java and Angular applications.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs.
• Support migration to Spring Boot and microservices architectures.
• Maintain PostgreSQL database components.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum activities.

Skills

Java development

Angular

RESTful APIs

PostgreSQL

Git

Gradle or Maven

Linux environments

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline

Tools

Git

Jira

Confluence

Gradle

Maven

Job description

What You Will Do:

As a Software Engineer Level 2 or Level 3 at Independent Software, you will support the modernization of a mission‑critical Java application as it evolves from a traditional monolithic architecture to a cloud‑ready microservices platform. You will work within a small Agile/Scrum team developing Java and Angular applications while supporting Spring Boot adoption, containerization, and future AWS cloud migration efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain Java and Angular applications.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and service integrations.
• Support migration efforts to Spring Boot, Docker, and microservices architectures.
• Develop and maintain PostgreSQL database components.
• Support document parsing and data processing capabilities.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities, code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Utilize Git, GitLab CI/CD, Jira, and Confluence to support software delivery.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong Java development experience.
• Experience with Angular, TypeScript, or similar front‑end frameworks.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Experience using Git and Gradle or Maven.
• Experience developing applications in Linux environments.
• Understanding of dependency injection and modern software design principles.
• Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams.

Education and Experience:

Level 2

• Fourteen (14) years of Software Engineering experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

OR

• Eighteen (18) years of Software Engineering experience in lieu of a degree.

Level 3

• Twenty (20) years of Software Engineering experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

OR

• Twenty‑four (24) years of Software Engineering experience in lieu of a degree.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role.

Why Choose Independent Software:

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When you join us, you will:

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close‑knit, employee‑first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work‑life balance

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.