Backend Software Engineer 2

The Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and sustains complex software solutions supporting mission-critical systems. This role focuses on backend development and supports processing-intensive analytics, algorithm development, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and enterprise information systems. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to translate documented requirements into well-designed software solutions, applies appropriate development methodologies, and contributes to system-level design decisions including hardware/software tradeoffs, reuse strategies, and COTS/GOTS integration., * Analyze user and system requirements to derive detailed software design, performance, and functional specifications

• Design, develop, modify, and integrate backend software components to support new capabilities and system enhancements
• Implement and optimize algorithms that meet stringent performance, timing, and resource constraints
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects; adapt existing software to new environments, hardware, or performance needs
• Design and implement complex database interfaces, queries, and data repository solutions
• Develop and execute software test procedures; review and validate software against design requirements
• Produce, review, and maintain software and system documentation in accordance with development standards
• Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to define interfaces, constraints, and system capabilities
• Provide technical leadership as appropriate, including overseeing software development activities and ensuring adherence to development processes
• Recommend and implement improvements to documentation practices and software development standards
• Support software deployment, system integration, and operational verification activities, This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph., * Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
• Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
• Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards.
• Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.

• Eight (8) years of experience as a Software Engineer supporting programs of similar scope, complexity, and technical demands
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline; four (4) additional years of relevant SWE experience may substitute for a degree
• Required: Strong backend development experience using Java
• Desired: Experience with Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and MongoDB
• Nice to Have: Familiarity with Angular, AWS, Rancher, Docker, and Kubernetes
• Demonstrated experience working across the full software development lifecycle using structured development methodologies

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

• Certification Requirements:

• DOD 8570 Certification

Really good benefits, for really GREAT people: From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together. Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options. Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP. Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided. Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition. Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you. Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line. Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team. Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity 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. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees, job candidates, contractors, stakeholders, partners, and visitors. CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!

Founded in 2007, Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception, CTP has been instrumental in the technical design, engineering development, operational deployment, and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security, project management, systems/network engineering, security risk management, vulnerability assessments, and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience, expertise, and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements, develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission. At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP), we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals, but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values, the foundation we built around them, and the Partners we become along the way. That's why our pay is competitive, our missions are critical, and our benefits represent what matters most to CTP: Our People. Salary Range Transparency At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions. How We Determine Salary Ranges Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors: * Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure., © 2026 Careerjet All rights reserved