Software Engineer

ManTech; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 142,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Learning and Development

Wellness Programs

Job summary

MANTECH in Fort Meade, MD seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems, leveraging a strong background in Python and backend development.

The role requires TS/SCI with Poly and offers opportunities across Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development on government programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Expert-level proficiency with Python backend development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software systems to meet requirements.
• Analyze requirements and debug existing software defects.
• Develop and implement algorithms to meet performance standards.
• Integrate software into new or modified environments.
• Mentor development teams and ensure process adherence.
• Produce and review software documentation.

Skills

Python backend

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

General information

• Requisition #: R70685
• Locations: USA-MD-Fort Meade
• Posting Date: 09/11/2026
• Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/ Poly
• Remote Type: Onsite
• Time Type: Full time

Description & Requirements

Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now - unleash your potential with MANTECH!

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Software Engineer to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.

The Software Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems while ensuring all functional and performance requirements are met.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Designing and coding new software or modifying existing software to add new features and functionality.
• Analyzing user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements while debugging existing software to correct defects.
• Developing and implementing algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
• Integrating existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Developing software solutions by analyzing system performance standards and conferring with users or system engineers.
• Writing or reviewing software and system documentation to ensure process standards are met.
• Mentoring software development teams and ensuring work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the development process.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related discipline with 14+ years of software engineering experience; Four years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
• Expert-level proficiency with backend software development using Python.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing and deploying backend applications within cloud environments.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active/current TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

The projected compensation range for this position is $141,500.00-$236,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [e-mail] and provide your name and contact information.