Software Engineer (TS with CI Poly Req.) MD

August Schell; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

August Schell seeks a Software Engineer to join an Agile team working on a large enterprise system. You will transform user stories into deployable solutions, perform robust testing, and contribute across server-side, web apps, and embedded components.

Preferred candidates have extensive Java experience (Spring, JEE) and familiarity with web services, databases, and UI development. A TS/SCI with polygraph is required for this role, with compensation reflecting market norms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Experience with Java and multiple Java frameworks (Spring, JEE).
• Knowledge of web services, JSON/XML, REST, and SQL.
• Strong understanding of software engineering principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Agile development activities (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, PI planning).
• Analyze complex system requirements to design efficient software solutions.
• Document development using design tools and data flow diagrams.
• Ensure code quality, reusability, and fault tolerance across cycles.
• Promote code reuse and collaboration to reduce maintenance costs.

Skills

Java programming

Spring Framework

JEE (Java EE)

RESTful services

UI development

Software testing

Software design principles

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Eclipse

Visual Studio Code

WebStorm

Git

Job description

Note: A TS/SCI with POLYGRAPH IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE

Who We Are...

August Schell proudly offers over three decades of cybersecurity expertise, providing our customers with innovative solutions and engineering agility to tackle their toughest challenges. Our team collaborates as a dynamic force united by a shared vision of driving transformative impact and delivering excellence. We value the diverse perspectives and uniqueness every member contributes, recognizing how each enhances our approach to developing the best solutions for our customers and partners. Our pursuit for excellence is not just a mission - it is the reflection of our dedication to harnessing the power of diversity, knowledge, innovations, and commitment.

What we are looking for…

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join an Agile development team working on a large, complex enterprise system. You will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including transforming Agile user stories into deployable solutions, and implementing robust testing practices. The role offers opportunities across server-side logic, web application development, and embedded programming.

What You Will Do…

• Participate in Agile development activities, including daily stand-ups, Sprint Planning, and Program Increment (PI) Planning
• Analyze and study complex system requirements to design efficient software solutions
• Utilize design tools such as formal specifications and data flow diagrams to document and guide development
• Ensure that developed code is modifiable, efficient, reliable, fault-tolerant, and reusable using sound software engineering principles
• Manage and control the software process throughout the development cycle to ensure quality and consistency
• Promote code reuse and collaboration across programs to reduce maintenance costs by creating shared functions for developers and testers
• Develop, author, tune, and document automation scripts in a development environment, and deploy them to test/production environments

What You Will Bring…

• Demonstrated in-depth experience with Java programming and multiple Java frameworks, including Spring (Boot and Data), Java Enterprise Edition (JEE), Jackson, Jersey, Swing, and JavaFX
• Familiarity with additional programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, C/C++, Groovy, and Structured Query Language (SQL)
• Experience with development IDEs (Integrated Development Environments) such as Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, Visual Studio, Rhapsody, and WebStorm
• Expertise with databases such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQL Server
• Proficiency in Web Application User Interface (UI) Development, including knowledge of databases and structures, Spring Framework, AngularJS, JSON, HTML, XML, and XSLT
• Hands-on experience with software source control and configuration management tools
• Familiarity with cryptographic systems technologies, including symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, ASN.1 encoding, XML canonicalization, and digital signatures
• Experience developing on both Windows and/or Linux operating systems
• Proven professional experience with web services and related technologies
• Strong understanding of sound software development principles and best practices
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work independently or as part of a fast-paced team

Stand out with…

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Experience with Java Enterprise Edition (JEE), including EJB, JPA, JTA, JAX-B, JAX-RS, JAX-WS, and SQL
• Familiarity with application servers such as Tomcat, WebLogic, and JBoss
• Experience with the Spring framework and scripting
• Proficiency in XML/XSD/SOAP/WSDL/XSLT, REST, JSON, YAML, and containerization technologies like Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, and OpenShift
• Hands-on experience with JavaScript frameworks such as AngularJS, Bootstrap, and JQuery
• Knowledge of Testing and Mocking frameworks, including JUnit, Jupiter, Mockito, Jasmine, Karma, Cucumber, Selenium, and FITNesse
• Familiarity with build tools like Maven, CMake, RPM, Jenkins, and Nexus
• Experience in high-level requirements management, including decomposition, secure systems engineering, trade‑off analysis, interface control, and testing
• Background in software development on Agile teams using practices such as Pair Programming, Test‑Driven Development (TDD), Refactoring, and Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD)
• Practical experience with Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD)
• Understanding of Secure Software Development, such as Layer 7 Policy
• Experience with Scrum, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), or possession of a SAFe Agilist Certification

Pay Transparency…

August Schell will never discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, inquiring about, or sharing information regarding their pay or the pay of others, in compliance with 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $175,000 per year, based on qualifications, experience, and market alignment. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state law for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek. We offer a competitive benefits package including, health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off and professional development opportunities.

All are welcome…

August Schell is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.