Software Engineer Level 3 (Fort Meade, MD)

Ops Tech Alliance, LLC.

Fort Meade (MD)

On-site

USD 195,000 - 230,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Software Engineer Level 3 at Fort Meade, MD. This full-time position requires 15 years of software engineering experience, along with an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph. Responsibilities include designing, coding, and debugging software as well as developing queries for databases. The company offers competitive pay, paid time off, medical coverage, and tuition assistance, supporting a work-life balance.

Qualifications

  • 15 years of software engineering experience in programs and contracts of similar scope.
  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph.
  • Four years of additional software engineering experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

  • Design and code new software or modify existing software.
  • Debug existing software and correct defects.
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
  • Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases.
  • Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development standards.

Skills

Software Engineering
Debugging
Team Collaboration
Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Software Engineer Level 3 (Fort Meade, MD)

Software Engineer – Level 3

TS/SCI & Full Scope Poly Required

Salary Range: $195,000 – $230,000 per year

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) is seeking highly qualified Software Engineers to develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems. Our engineers must be able to work individually and as part of a team to review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements. If you are a solutions‑driven SWE, then this could be the position you've been looking for!

Responsibilities
  • Design and code new software or modify existing software
  • Debug existing software and correct defects
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
  • Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
  • Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development standards
  • Write or review software and systems documentation
Requirements
  • 15 years of software engineering experience in programs and contracts of similar scope
  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • Four years of additional software engineering experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree
Company Overview

Ops Tech Alliance (OTA) was founded by former National Security and Special Operations professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, and was formed with a singular focus: to bridge the gap between operations and technology to enable mission success. We are a certified Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Team Member Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Work‑life balance

OTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This is a full‑time position.

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