Software Engineer II TS/SCI W/Poly

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Matching

Health Coverage with HSA

Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage

Employee Referral Program

Tuition/Training Reimbursement

Wellness Membership Program

Box Seats to Orioles Games

Pet Adoption Program

Scholarship Opportunities

Job summary

BCT LLC in Maryland is seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team. The ideal candidate will hold an active TS/SCI with POLY and design, develop, test, deploy, document, and maintain complex software systems across analytics, data processing, and real-time environments.

You will lead software components, review code, implement algorithms, and work with DevOps practices including CI/CD, Git, Docker, and Open-Source/COTS software considerations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Linux CLI and Linux tools.
• Scripting with Bash/Python to automate tasks.
• Experience with automation via Ansible.
• Experience developing authentication/authorization for HPC on Linux.
• Basic Linux system administration (User/Group management).
• CI/CD familiarity with GitLab CI.
• Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or SAFe methodologies.
• Experience with Git source control system.

Responsibilities

• 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 features.
• Write or review software and system documentation.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Develop simple data queries for databases or data repositories.
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet performance and functional standards.
• Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash

Python

Ansible

HPC security concepts

CI/CD

Git/GitLab

Agile/Scrum/SAFe

Git Source Control

Education

Master’s degree in CS or related (3+ yrs SWE experience)

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related (5+ yrs SWE experience)

7+ years SWE experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Spring

Kafka

Atlassian (JIRA/Confluence)

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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.

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).

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

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)

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.