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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer 1 - **Company:** Markon, LLC. - **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), Collaborative Software, Computer Programming, Database Queries, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Software Maintenance, Scientific Computating, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Verification and Validation (Software), SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Enterprise Data Management, Data Processing, Real Time Systems, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Docker - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9065093/software-engineer-1 ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. * Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of software engineering experience. * Experience developing software using Java, Python, SQL, and MATLAB. * Experience programming in C/C++. * Experience designing and implementing algorithms for data processing, analytics, or scientific computing applications. * Experience developing software supporting large data sets, real-time systems, or processing-intensive applications. * Experience developing database queries and working with relational or enterprise data repositories. * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization technologies. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills. * Experience with DVT and software validation techniques. * Experience supporting full-stack software development. * Experience integrating Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software solutions. * Experience supporting Intelligence Community mission systems. * Experience working in Agile software development environments using Git, Jira, and related collaboration tools. ## Description Markon is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Fort Meade customer by developing advanced software solutions that enable large-scale data processing, algorithm development, and mission-critical analytics. This role designs, develops, and enhances complex software systems supporting real-time processing, scientific computing, and data exploitation. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, the Software Engineer develops innovative software capabilities that improve system performance and support evolving Intelligence Community mission requirements.. * Design, develop, test, and maintain complex software applications supporting data processing, analytics, and mission operations. * Develop software solutions using Java, Python, SQL, MATLAB, C/C++, and related technologies. * Design and implement algorithms supporting high-performance processing, scientific computing, and large-scale data analysis. * Analyze user and system requirements to develop software designs that meet performance, scalability, and mission objectives. * Modify existing software to correct defects, improve performance, and support new hardware or operational capabilities. * Develop and optimize database queries, interfaces, and data repository solutions. * Integrate software components into existing and emerging system architectures. * Develop and execute unit, integration, and system test procedures to validate software functionality and performance. * Review software designs, technical documentation, and test results to ensure compliance with engineering standards. * Utilize containerized technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes, to support software deployment and operational environments. * Collaborate with systems engineers, software developers, and mission stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)