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# Software Engineer Level 2

- **Company:** TAP Engineering
- **Location:** Hanover, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $190,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Algorithm Design, Big Data, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Continuous Integration, Database Queries, Software Debugging, DevOps, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Ansible, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Data Server Interface, Real Time Systems, Delivery Pipeline, Software Application Programming, Information Technology, Terraform, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Jenkins, Programming Languages
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9052769/software-engineer-level-2

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
 + OR 18 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
 * 14+ years of experience in software development or engineering roles
 * Strong experience with one or more programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, or Python
 * Experience developing applications in Windows and/or UNIX/Linux environments
 * Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, debugging, and performance optimization
 * Experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Terraform, Ansible, or Packer
 * Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo and building automated pipelines
 * Experience leading or overseeing software development teams
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

 * Experience working with large-scale data processing or real-time systems
 * Strong background in system architecture and performance tuning
 * Experience working in distributed or cloud-based environments
 * Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical initiatives
 * Familiarity with advanced algorithm development and optimization techniques

## Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer Level 2 to support the development, enhancement, and integration of complex software systems in a mission-focused environment. This role involves working on high-performance applications, large-scale data processing systems, real-time solutions, and advanced analytics platforms.

The Software Engineer will play a key role in system design, algorithm development, and team-level technical leadership. This position requires strong experience across the full software development lifecycle, as well as the ability to collaborate with system and hardware engineers to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.

 * Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
 * Design, develop, and modify complex software systems to meet functional and performance objectives
 * Debug and resolve software defects and performance issues
 * Integrate software into new or existing systems and environments
 * Design and implement complex algorithms under performance and system constraints
 * Develop and optimize database queries and data interfaces
 * Lead and support software development teams to ensure successful project execution
 * Review and maintain software and system documentation
 * Perform quality control on team deliverables and ensure adherence to development standards
 * Collaborate with system and hardware engineers to define system requirements and interfaces
 * Coordinate software installation and monitor system performance to ensure operational requirements are met
 * Identify and implement improvements to software development processes and documentation standards


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