Software Engineer II TS/SCI W/Poly

bct; Maryland; On-site; USD 146,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Comprehensive 401(k) matching

Health/Dental/Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

BCT LLC is seeking a Software Engineer II to design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain complex software systems. The role emphasizes Linux environments, scripting, and collaboration within an agile team.

Active TS/SCI with POLY is required, with responsibilities spanning from requirements analysis to system design and documentation. The candidate will work on varied domains, including real-time analytics and data-intensive applications, using languages like C/C++, Python, and Java.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with POLY clearance is required.
• Experience in Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
• Proficiency with multiple programming languages and OSS/COTS integration.
• Familiarity with agile development processes and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance metrics.
• Debug, modify, and enhance software components and systems.
• Lead development efforts and coordinate team activities per project process.
• Develop and review documentation for software and systems.
• Design and implement data and software components; work with database apps.

Skills

Agile development

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Seven years of SWE experience

Tools

C++

Python

JavaScript

Java

C

Rust

Ruby

Perl

Docker

Git

Jira

Confluence

Spring

Kafka

Eclipse IDE

J2EE

Ansible

CI/CD

Linux

Shell scripting

Job description

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from the dedication of our people and their commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you’re looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC.

About the job:

BCT LLC is seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team. The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with POLY. The Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, deploys, documents, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements. These systems might include, but are not limited to, processing intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, business management information systems, and systems which incorporate data repositories, data transport services, and application and systems development and monitoring. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Open-Source Software (OSS) and/or Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Experience developing in Unix. Ability to perform shell scripting. Working knowledge of Configuration Management (CM) tools and Web Services implementation.

In addition, you will:

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• Write or review software and system documentation.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.
• Software development using languages such as C, C++, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript, etc.
• Has experience with agile development processes.
• Has experience with source code control systems, such as Git.
• Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project.
• Design and development of relational and non-relational database applications.
• Use of orchestration frameworks such as Spring and Kafka.
• Familiarization with queue management systems
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
• Develop and execute test procedures for software components.
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards and conferring with users or system engineers; analyzing systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigating problem areas.
• Modify existing software to adapt to new hardware or to improve its performance
• Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design decisions
• Java development using the Eclipse IDE (Integrated Development Environment).
• Development of Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) applications
• Experience using collaboration and software development tools (i.e. Atlassian).
• Software development using continuous integration practices
• Experience with container technologies (i.e. Docker).
• Unix shell scripting
• Development of event driven, or data driven analytics

• Development of cloud-based solutions and technologies.
• Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints. Perform quality control on team products.
• Recommend and implement suggestions for improving documentation and software development process standards.
• Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project.
• Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces.
• Coordinate software installation on a system and monitor performance to ensure operational specifications are met.

Required Experience:

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Python) to automate tasks and processes
• Recent software development experience using Python
• Recent software development experience using Rust
• Experience with automation frameworks including Ansible for orchestrating deployment
• Experience developing authentication protocols, authorization logic, access control lists, and permissions for HPC systems in a Linux environment
• Basic Linux systems administration including User and Group Management
• Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
• Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
• Experience with Git Source Control System

Desired Experience:

• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, PodMan, containerd
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

Required Education:

• Master’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. OR
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity OR
• Seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Salary Range: $145,500.00-191,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, BCT-LLC considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

What We Offer

• Competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
• Health Coverage with Employer Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental/Vision
• Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
• Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Tuition/Training Reimbursement
• Wellness Membership Program
• Box Seats to Orioles Games
• Pet Adoption Program
• Several Scholarship Opportunities available to BCT family members/dependents

Our Story

Founded in 2006, BCT LLC is a small business built on a strong foundation of core values: Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. These principles guide everything we do and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional service to every customer.

Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, BCT proudly supports clients throughout the DMV region and beyond. With more than 70 years of combined experience supporting National Security missions, our leadership brings deep expertise, insight, and dedication to the work we do. At BCT, our employees are at the heart of our success. Team members benefit from a highly supportive, hands-on home-office staff and leadership that is genuinely invested in their growth, well-being, and long-term success. Simply put, BCT delivers the small-business experience unlike any other—come see the difference.

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.