Software Engineer (IS) Level I (TS/SCI POLY)

TalentOps; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off 25 days

Company-paid health insurance

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

TalentOps is seeking a Software Engineer I to join a secure, mission-critical software development team in Laurel, MD. The role emphasizes Java and .NET development in Linux/Windows environments and containerized deployments, with a focus on scalable, reliable software solutions.

The candidate should have TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance and at least 7 years of software engineering experience. Onsite work with modern tooling, SDLC adherence, and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent软件 engineering experience.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience in similar scope and complexity.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to develop software design and performance specifications.
• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing software applications.
• Debug software, identify defects, and implement solutions.
• Integrate software into new or existing environments.
• Develop and maintain data queries for databases and data repositories.
• Design and implement complex database interfaces and repository queries.
• Write, review, and maintain software documentation.
• Recommend improvements to processes, standards, and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership appropriate to the project.

Skills

Java

C#/.NET

Docker

Spring Boot

Spring MVC

Hibernate

Log4J

Git

Gradle

Bash scripting

RPM packaging

PowerShell scripting

Building and running container images

Creating Dockerfiles

Docker Compose

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Software Engineer (IS) Level I (TS/SCI POLY)

• Laurel, MD
• Computer/Software

Location: Laurel, MD
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer I to join a collaborative engineering team supporting mission-critical software development in a secure environment. This role involves designing, developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining enterprise software applications while contributing to every phase of the software development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in Java and .NET development, experience working across Linux and Windows environments, and a passion for building reliable, scalable software solutions using modern development tools and containerization technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to develop software design and performance specifications.
• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing software applications.
• Debug software, identify defects, and implement effective solutions.
• Integrate software into new or existing operating environments.
• Develop and maintain data queries for databases and data repositories.
• Design and implement complex database interfaces and repository queries.
• Write, review, and maintain software and system documentation.
• Recommend improvements to software development processes, standards, and documentation.
• Collaborate with software engineers and technical teams throughout the development lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership appropriate to the software development process and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
• Additional applicable software engineering experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of software engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and technical requirements.

Required Technical Skills

• Java
• C#/.NET
• Docker
• Spring Boot
• Spring MVC
• Hibernate
• Log4J
• Git
• Gradle
• Bash scripting
• RPM packaging
• PowerShell scripting
• Building and running container images
• Creating Dockerfiles
• Docker Compose

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with web application development.
• Experience working with MySQL databases.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.
• Experience with GitHub Packages.
• Experience packaging applications for Windows environments (MSI, portable ZIP, etc.).
• Familiarity with Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).
• Knowledge of PKI infrastructure and X.509 certificates.
• Experience developing and maintaining unit tests.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

Technical Environment

• Java
• Spring Boot
• Spring MVC
• Hibernate
• Log4J
• C#/.NET
• Git
• Gradle
• Docker
• Docker Compose
• Bash
• Windows
• PowerShell
• MySQL
• GitHub Actions
• PKI
• X.509 Certificates
• Windows WSL

Clearance Requirement

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is required. U.S. citizenship is required to maintain the clearance.

Benefits & Total Compensation

Compensation & Retirement

• Highly competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with up to 10% profit-sharing contribution
• 25 days of paid time off annually
• PTO buy-back program
• 11 paid holidays annually (with flexible scheduling options)
• 3 additional paid site closure days per year
• Paid parental leave

Health & Insurance

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, limited purpose)
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Education & Professional Development

• Unlimited company-funded training courses and industry conferences
• Education assistance and continuing education support
• Up to 5 paid training days per year

Additional Benefits

• Company-provided apparel
• Regular company-sponsored events, including family-friendly gatherings and social events
• Annual holiday celebration

Benefits are subject to change based on contract and organizational policies.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to work on mission-critical software systems in a highly collaborative engineering environment. You'll contribute to the development of secure, high-performance applications while working with modern technologies, containerized deployments, and industry best practices. If you're passionate about solving complex technical challenges and delivering impactful software solutions, this role offers the opportunity to grow your career while supporting meaningful national security missions.