Software Engineer with Poly SR SWE1

Lockheed Martin; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401k match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

FSAs

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in the United States seeks a senior software engineer to lead the development of data analytics solutions and agile projects for a high-visibility mission. You will provide technical leadership and guidance on analytics, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive mission objectives.

The role emphasizes full-stack development with Java on Linux, building microservices, RESTful APIs on AWS, CI/CD, and secure software practices within a robust QA workflow.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/poly clearance is required.
• Seven (7) years’ experience as a SWE in programs of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline is required.
• Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong Java skills.
• Backend Developer/DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain microservices using Spring Boot and Java.
• Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend services deployed on AWS (e.g., ECS, Lambda, RDS, S3).
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with DevOps, frontend, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems using tools like CloudWatch, Prometheus, or ELK.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.

Skills

Strong Java skills

Backend DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

THE WORK

This senior role fosters collaboration with other senior engineers for the development of advanced data analytics solutions and agile development projects in support of a high-visibility mission. This position involves providing technical leadership and guidance on data analytics and agile development projects, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive mission objectives.

Standard Job Description

THE WORK

This senior role fosters collaboration with other senior engineers for the development of advanced data analytics solutions and agile development projects in support of a high-visibility mission. This position involves providing technical leadership and guidance on data analytics and agile development projects, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive mission objectives.

Who We Are

At Lockheed Martin, we're a leading aerospace and defense company that's shaping the future of cyber and intelligence.

We're committed to innovating at the Edge: Harnessing the latest advancements in cyber, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to stay ahead of emerging threats and opportunities.

This Program is seeking a full stack software engineer to develop, maintain and enhance complex and diverse software systems supporting Analytic Missions.

This Program has a robust process to ensure quality of products. The process includes DAT, UAT/SME Validation, Smoke Test, and System Level Test (SLT) prior to deploying products to production.

Who You Are

Experience as a Software Engineer with knowledge assisting in the design, development, testing, and debugging of software solutions, with a focus on Linux operating systems.

Strong Familiarity with programming languages such as Java.

WHY JOIN US

Providing ongoing training, mentorship, and development opportunities to help our cyber and intelligence professionals stay at the forefront of their field and achieve their career goals.

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Rewards and recognition for your hard work.

Medical and dental coverage.

401k retirement savings plan.

Paid time off for work/life balance.

And more

Designs, develops, documents, tests, and maintains full spectrum cyber solutions. Develops and automates secure systems to support cyber offensive, defense and full spectrum cyber operations. Conducts vulnerability research, reverse engineering, penetration testing (red/blue teams), develops and integrates low-level firmware, and/or develops specialized cyber software solutions and tools based on mission requirements. Applies system knowledge of subject matter (hardware, software, networks, cloud, etc.) to conduct research to evaluate potential vulnerabilities and develop new capabilities to exploit and/or mitigate vulnerabilities.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/poly
• 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.
• Strong Java skills
• Backend Developer/DevOps

Desired Skills

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain microservices using Spring Boot and Java.
• Build and manage RESTful APIs and backend services deployed on AWS (e.g., ECS, Lambda, RDS, S3).
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with DevOps, frontend, and product teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems using tools like CloudWatch, Prometheus, or ELK.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
• EAP
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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