Software Engineer (SWE), Level II (TS/SCI w/POLY)

Bct Llc; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Matching Contribs

Health Coverage with HSA

Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage

Tuition/Training Reimbursement

Wellness Membership Program

Box Seats to Orioles Games

Pet Adoption Program

Scholarship Opportunities

Job summary

BCT LLC is seeking a Software Engineer (Level II) with TS/SCI w/POLY for roles based at Fort Meade, MD. The candidate will develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, perform design and code reviews, and lead project teams when required.

Responsibilities include requirements analysis, coding, debugging, testing, and documentation across diverse systems. Telework may be approved case-by-case.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field and 8+ years of software development experience.
• An additional 4 years of software development on similar projects may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Designs and codes new software or modifies existing software to add features.
• Debugs existing software and fixes defects.
• Integrates software into new or modified systems or environments.
• Develops algorithms to meet performance and functional standards.
• Leads a software development team per project needs.
• Writes or reviews software and system documentation.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Team leadership

Software development

Algorithms

Debugging

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Software Engineer (SWE), Level II (TS/SCI w/POLY)

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from our people's dedication and commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC.

About the job:

BCT LLC is seeking a Software Engineer who 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. 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 software components of system design, including 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. Some Telework may be approved on a case-by-case basis. CI Poly must be less than five years old.

Key Responsibilities:

Analyzes user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements

Designs and codes new software or modifies existing software to add new features

Debugs existing software and corrects defects

Integrates existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments

Makes recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards

Develops or implements algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards

Assists with developing and executing test procedures for software components

Writes or reviews software and system documentation

Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project

Modifies existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance

Designs, develops, and modifies software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design q ualifications

Overseas one or more software development teams and ensures the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project

Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products

Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, and interfaces

Experience creating user stories and defining acceptance criteria.

Understanding of software configuration management practices and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins).

Basic understanding of database concepts and query languages such as SQL or others.

Scripting in languages such as Bash, Python, or similar.

Basic understanding of software testing methodologies.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years or more of experience in software development is required. An additional four (4) years of software development experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Salary Range: $180,000 - $235,000

The above salary range is a general guideline; however, BCT-LLC considers several factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

What We Offer

Competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services

Health Coverage with Employer-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT

Generous Employee Referral Program

Tuition/Training Reimbursement

Wellness Membership Program

Box Seats to Orioles Games

Pet Adoption Program

Several Scholarship Opportunities available to BCT family members/dependents

Our Story

Founded in 2006, BCT LLC is a small business built on a strong foundation of core values: Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. These principles guide everything we do and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional service to every customer.

Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, BCT proudly supports clients throughout the DMV region and beyond. With more than 70 years of combined experience supporting National Security missions, our leadership brings deep expertise, insight, and dedication to the work we do. At BCT, our employees are at the heart of our success. Team members benefit from a highly supportive, hands-on home-office staff and leadership that is genuinely invested in their growth, well-being, and long-term success. Simply put, BCT delivers the small-business experience unlike any other - come see the difference.

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.