Software Engineer II with Security Clearance

ClearEdge; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10k training/education benefit

10% 401(k) contribution on day one

Health and technology allowances

Access to technology lab

Job summary

ClearEdge is seeking a Software Engineer II in a mission-focused team supporting DoD programs in Maryland. You will design, build, and ship features across the full stack for AI-enabled products, working with TypeScript, Python, and React on an Agile team.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, implement scalable UI and API features, and contribute to secure, high-performing software within hybrid/on-prem and air-gapped environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance; U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or similar (4 years of experience may substitute).
• 3+ years of experience in design, development, and deployment of software systems.
• Fluency with AI-native IDEs.
• Exposure to TypeScript, Python, and/or React as a strong fit for how we work.
• Proficient in basics of several programming languages, computer system architecture, and OS/cloud concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop software implementing algorithms, data processing, and workflow features.
• Perform technical analysis and implementation decisions on assigned features.
• Build and extend UI, API, and data-exchange features.
• Work in TypeScript, Python, and React, with Postgres, RAG, and vector stores.
• Apply best practices to ensure system quality and reliability.

Skills

TypeScript

Python

React

AI-native IDEs

Containers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Math

Tools

Git

Job description

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD's most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success. ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Your Mission: Join ClearEdge as a Software Engineer II, where you will design, build, and ship features across the full stack for one of our core AI-enabled products. You will work closely with internal and customer stakeholders to implement scalable, secure, high-performing UI and API features, including AI-assisted capabilities that support automated analysis and decision support. You will build and maintain front-end and API layers using TypeScript, Python, and React as part of an Agile team, turning requirements into working, reliable software. You Will Excel in This Role If You Are:

• Skilled in TypeScript, Python, and/or React
• Fluent with AI-native IDEs and comfortable using them as your default way of working
• Comfortable with hybrid (on-prem/cloud) and air-gapped deployment concepts
• Familiar with containers at a basic build/run level
• Comfortable across the software development lifecycle: requirements, design, testing, maintenance
• Experienced with version control workflows
• Capable of picking up new stacks quickly A Day in the Life:
• Develop software implementing algorithms, data processing, and workflow features
• Perform technical analysis and implementation decisions on assigned features
• Build and extend UI, API, and data-exchange features
• Work in TypeScript, Python, and React, with tech like Postgres, RAG, and vector stores
• Apply best practices to ensure system quality & reliability

What We Are Expecting From You:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance; U.S. citizenship
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or similar (4 years of experience may substitute)
• 3+ years of experience in the design, development, and deployment of software systems
• Fluency with AI-native IDEs
• Well-versed in at least one mainstream programming language - language is secondary; exposure to TypeScript, Python, and/or React is a strong fit for how we work
• Proficient in the basics of several programming languages, computer system architecture, and operating systems/cloud concepts
• Understanding of hybrid deployment concepts (on-prem and cloud), including air-gapped deployment
• Familiarity with containers (build/run basics at minimum)
• Familiarity with production cross-cutting basics: identity/SSO hooks, RBAC-aware UI/API behavior, audit-friendly logging, and relational + object storage patterns
• Well-versed across all phases of the software development lifecycle
• Nice to Have:
• Enterprise directory/SSO experience
• Document repository or workflow UI experience
• Exposure to systems operating under RMF/ATO constraints (e.g., audit logging, RBAC, secure config)
• Experience with physical security or facility accreditation practices, such as ICD 705 or similar frameworks
• Familiarity with tools used by security and compliance teams ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization. Our Core Values - Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability - guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.