Software Engineer

GRVTY; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust health plan

Health Savings Account

Annual Paid Time Off and Holidays

401k with generous company match

Training and Development Opportunities

Company Sponsored Events

Job summary

GRVTY is seeking a talented and experienced Software Engineer to join our team in a hybrid role. You will design, develop, and implement Java-based software capabilities for modern systems, collaborating with engineers to deliver robust solutions.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in software engineering, strong Java frameworks, REST/microservices experience, and a proven ability to work under deadlines. Hybrid work requires 2–3 days in Columbia, MD or San Antonio, TX.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Spring, Guava).
• Experience in RESTful web services.
• Experience in Microservices architecture.
• Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
• Experience with the Linux operating system.
• Experience with configuration management tools (Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment with 2-3 days per week in office at Columbia, MD or San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement Java-based software capabilities for computer-based systems.
• Work with other engineers to create software solutions meeting client needs.
• Stay up-to-date with latest developments in software engineering and tools.
• Integrate AI agents and enable agentic workflows where applicable.
• Guide AI agents through complex multi-repository architectures, auditing code for security and performance.

Skills

Java

RESTful services

Microservices

OOP

Agile

Linux

Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Git

Nexus

Maven

JIRA

Confluence

Github Enterprise

Job description

Maryland, United States; San Antonio, Texas, United States

What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is 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. 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.

What You'll be Owning

• 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 your daily software engineering routine.
• 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 our talented team.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What You Must Have

• A current U.S. Government Security clearance is not required to start, but candidate must be able to obtain one. U.S. citizenship is required..
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Java Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Spring, Guava) Bachelors in related field; OR 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Experience in RESTful web services
• Experience in Microservices architecture
• Experience in Object Oriented Programming (OOP) paradigms
• 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)
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2-3 days (full time/8hrs day), per week in office at Columbia, MD or San Antonio, TX. Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

What Would be Nice to Have

• Current U.S. Government clearance preferred.
• Experience in cloud based technologies (AWS, Azure)
• 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.
• 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 Big Data Platform (BDP)/JCRS-D, Data Lake/Warehouse is a plus.
• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Github Enterprise, etc.)
• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.

Pay Range:

At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

• The pay range for this position is: $105,600 - $201,290

Maryland Pay Range

$105,600 - $201,290 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, 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 and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should [e-mail] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.