Software Engineer (SWE) Level 0-3

Paychex Inc.; Fort Meade, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Markesman Group seeks Software Engineer candidates to join our team near Fort Meade, MD. The SWE will develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, analyzing requirements and testing components for adherence to design specifications.

Responsibilities include debugging, documentation input, and performance optimization across diverse platforms. The role requires a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance, a Bachelor's in CS or related field, and substantial SWE experience on comparable

Qualifications

• Must possess a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards and user needs.
• Modify existing software to improve performance and adapt to new hardware.
• Design, develop and modify software systems using mathematical models to predict outcomes.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Position is contingent upon contract award.

Markesman Group is seeking Software Engineer (SWE) candidates to join our team. The SWE develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. 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 Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.

Capabilities

Level 0 Capabilities:

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories

Level 1 Capabilities:

Includes all Level 0 capabilities in addition to:

• Write or review software and system documentation
• Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
• Modify existing software to correct errors, 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 outcome and consequences of design

Level 2 Capabilities:

Includes all Level 1 capabilities in addition to:

• Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products
• Implement recommendations 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 system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met

Level 3 Capabilities:

Includes all Level 2 capabilities in addition to:

• Recommend new technologies and processes for complex software projects
• Serve as the technical lead of multiple software development teams
• Select the software development process in coordination with the customer and system engineering
• Ensure quality control of all developed and modified software
• Delegate programming and testing responsibilities to one or more teams and monitor their performance

Qualifications

Level 0 Qualifications:

Must possess a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance

No demonstrated experience is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required Four (4) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Level 1 Qualifications:

Must possess a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance

Seven (7) years experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Level 2 Qualifications:

Must possess a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance

Fourteen (14) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Level 3 Qualifications:

Must possess a TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly clearance

Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

About the Organization About Markesman Group

Markesman Group has gathered the nation's foremost experts in Cyber, ISR, Enterprise IT and Intelligence Analysis. We seek to lead with cutting edge technology, high quality development and best value services for both the government and commercial sectors. Our team combines passion, acumen, focus, patriotism, desire, dedication and the love for the job to create value for our customers. We pride ourselves in a rigorous selection process because not only do we want the best, we want the best to want us. Working closely together as part of a service-disabled veteran owned small business, we enjoy a family environment where teammates challenge and elevate each other every day. The Markesman family is always striving to solve tomorrow's problems, today.

EOE Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

This position is currently accepting applications.