Software Engineer

Wyetech; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO up to 200 hours annually

Health plan options incl. HSA

Vision & Dental

Life & AD&D

Disability insurance

Hospital indemnity / Accident / Illnes

Identity protection services

Referral bonus up to $10,000

Mobility across Wyetech contracts

Team events & branded apparel

Job summary

Wyetech is seeking a Software Engineer – Java / AI-Assisted Development for a hybrid position in Columbia, MD. The role focuses on designing and implementing complex software with modern Java, APIs, and microservices, including AI agent integration.

You will work with a small team, maintain code quality, and adapt to evolving tech trends. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in software engineering with Java frameworks, RESTful services, and agile practices.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in software engineering with modern Java frameworks and a related degree.
• Experience designing enterprise APIs.
• Experience in RESTful web services.
• Experience in microservices architecture.
• Proficiency with OOP paradigms and agile lifecycle.
• Experience with Git, Nexus and Maven for configuration management.
• Comfortable on a Linux command line.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently or in a team.
• DoD 8140/8570 compliance required within 60 days.
• Hybrid work: 1–2 days per week at Columbia, MD office.

Responsibilities

• Develop Java-based software capabilities with strong knowledge.
• Be inquisitive, responsive, and perform thorough testing.
• Troubleshoot under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Stay current with trends and technologies in software dev.
• Integrate AI agents (Claude Code, Gemini) into daily workflows.
• Develop agentic features and automated tests with autonomous agents.
• Guide AI agents through multi-repo architectures and audit code for security and performance.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced small business environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Java

Spring

Guava

REST APIs

Microservices

OOP

Agile lifecycle

Git

Maven

Linux CLI

DoD 8140/8570

AI agents integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Github Enterprise

Nexus

Job description

Wyetech is a small business founded in June 2007, built on a simple vision that hasn’t changed since day one: hire awesome people, compensate them well, and channel their enthusiasm into making customers happy. That commitment shows up in our benefits, including a best-in-class retirement plan: Wyetech contributes the equivalent of 20% of your salary to your SEP IRA, helping you build real long-term financial security. Our mission is to give employees the best possible environment to thrive while delivering stellar services and solutions for our customers and their missions. We call it engineering happiness: for our customers, and shared by the talented team that makes it happen.

Software Engineer – Java / AI-Assisted Development (Hybrid)

Job Description

Wyetech is seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex software capabilities for computer-based systems. The Software Engineer will work closely with other engineers to create software solutions that meet client needs.

This position involves working with modern tools and technologies as part of a collaborative team delivering software solutions.

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.

• Experience with Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven track record of integrating advanced AI agents, specifically Claude Code or Google's Antigravity / Gemini agentic workflows, into daily software engineering routines.

• Agentic Feature & Test Development: Experience using autonomous agents to handle multi-file feature implementations, complex codebase refactoring, and the automated generation of robust unit/integration tests.

• Context & Workflow Management: Ability to guide AI agents through complex, multi-repository application architectures, managing context efficiently and critically auditing agent-generated code for security, performance, and architectural alignment.

• Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment with a development team.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g., Spring, Guava), and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or three (3) years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in a related field; or a High School Diploma or equivalent and nine (9) years of relevant experience.

• Experience in designing enterprise APIs.

• Experience in RESTful web services.

• Experience in Microservices architecture.

• Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigms.

• Experience with the agile software lifecycle.

• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Git, Nexus, Maven).

• Comfortable working on a Linux command line.

• Proven ability to learn quickly and work well both independently and in a team setting.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed.

• DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification will be required within 60 days of employment.

• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1–2 days per week at the Columbia, MD office. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance.

• Experience in cloud-based technologies (AWS, Azure).

• Experience in distributed databases, NoSQL databases, and full-text search engines (e.g., Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Solr).

• Scripting experience.

• Next-Gen Coding Agents: Proven use of AI tools (Claude Code, Gemini) in daily engineering workflows.

• Agentic Feature Delivery: Using autonomous agents for multi-file implementation, refactoring, and automated testing.

• Prior experience or familiarity with Data Lakes/Warehouses (specifically BDP or JCRS-D).

• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.).

Work Location

Columbia, Maryland – Hybrid

An average of 1–2 days per week in the Columbia, MD office, with flexibility to accommodate schedule changes as needed.

Clearance Requirements

Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position-appropriate security clearance are required.

Benefits

Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.

Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:

• A Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Vision and Dental

• Life and AD&D Benefits

• Short and Long-Term Disability

• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances

• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000

• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts

• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS

• Various team-building events throughout the year such as monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.

• Employees receive two complimentary branded clothing orders annually.

Salary Range

Wyetech hourly salary range pending confirmation.

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location. Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.