Software Engineer L1-2

Jovian Concepts, Inc.; Annapolis, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jovian Concepts, LLC is hiring a Software Engineer Level 1 or Level 2 for an opportunity in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. A current TS/SCI clearance with MD Polygraph is required.

You will design, develop, and maintain enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot, APIs, and databases in a collaborative Agile environment. Responsibilities include containerization with Docker/Kubernetes, CI/CD, and cross-team collaboration via Jira/Confluence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• SWE Level 1: 7+ years software engineering on similar programs.
• SWE Level 2: 14+ years software engineering on similar programs.
• RESTful APIs and relational databases (MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Docker/Podman, Kubernetes, or similar deployment platforms.
• Agile development with Git-based workflows, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph; no CCAs accepted.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot and modern best practices.
• Develop scalable RESTful APIs and backend services for mission-critical systems.
• Design, optimize, and troubleshoot relational databases (MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle).
• Support modernization via containerization, Kubernetes, and architecture improvements.
• Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and Agile software activities.
• Develop and maintain automated tests and GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira and Confluence throughout the SDLC.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab CI/CD

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Full time | Jovian Concepts, LLC | United States

Posted On 09/03/2026

Job Information

WO-SWE-26-009

Listing TTO/DO

WO_004

Technology

Number of Positions

1

Clearance Required

Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

City

Annapolis Junction

State/Province

Maryland

20701

Job Description

Jovian Concepts, LLC is looking to hire a Software Engineer Level 1 or Level 2 for a great opportunity in theAnnapolis Junction, MD area.

A current and active TS/SCI Clearance with a MD Polygraph required. No CCA's will be accepted at this time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot and modern software engineering best practices.
  
• Develop scalable RESTful APIs and backend services supporting mission-critical applications and high-performance enterprise systems.
  
• Design, optimize, and troubleshoot relational database solutions using MariaDB and other enterprise database technologies.
  
• Support application modernization initiatives through containerization, Kubernetes deployments, and continuous improvements to system architecture.
  
• Participate in technical design sessions, architecture discussions, code reviews, troubleshooting, and Agile software development activities.
  
• Develop and maintain automated testing solutions and GitLab CI/CD pipelines to improve software quality, deployment efficiency, and operational reliability.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams using Jira and Confluence while supporting the complete software development lifecycle.
  

Requirements

A current and active TS/SCI Clearance with a MD Polygraph required. No CCA's will be accepted at this time.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university. Candidates without Bachelors degrees will require an additional 4 years of software engineering experience.
  
• For a SWE Level 1 a minimum of seven (7) years of software engineering experience on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity will be required.
  
• For a SWE Level 2 a m inimum of fourteen (14) years of software engineering experience on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity will be required.
  
• Experience developing RESTful APIs and working with relational databases such as MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar technologies.
• Experience with container technologies (Docker or Podman), Kubernetes, or other modern application deployment platforms.
• Experience working in Agile development environments using Git-based source control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing practices.
• Security Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph, no CCAs will be accepted at this time.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing Angular or other modern web applications.
  
• Experience with microservices architecture, application modernization, or cloud-native software development.
  
• Experience implementing GitLab CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps best practices.
  
• Experience tuning SQL performance and supporting high-volume enterprise applications.
  
• Experience using Jira and Confluence to support Agile software development.
  
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills across application, database, and deployment technologies.
  
• Experience supporting enterprise software within secure or classified environments.
  

In a recent employee survey, Jovian Concepts earned a 92% Overall Workplace Experience Score and 100% of employees agreed that they would highly recommend working at Jovian Concepts to others.

Jovian Concepts, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.