Software Engineer

Independent Software, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and career development

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer Level 2 or Level 3 to modernize a critical Java application. The role involves working within an Agile/Scrum team to develop Java and Angular applications and support migration efforts.

Applicants must have significant software engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, as well as an active TS SCI clearance. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 14+ years of software engineering experience or 18+ years without a degree for Level 2.
• 20+ years of software engineering experience or 24+ years without a degree for Level 3.
• Active TS SCI clearance with polygraph required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Java development

Angular/TypeScript

RESTful APIs

PostgreSQL

Git

Linux environments

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

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

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.