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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Jessup, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Component-Based Software Engineering, Business Logic, Microsoft Azure, Bioinformatics, Bug Tracking Systems, Software Bug Management, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Quality, Code Review, Signals Intelligence, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Custom Software, Data Transformation, Data Retrieval, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Queries, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Django Web Framework, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Graphical User Interface, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Linux System Administration, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenShift, Qt (Software), Resource Description Framework (RDF), Real-Time Operating Systems, Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Engineering, SPARQL, SQL Databases, System Testing, Systems Integration, Web Application Frameworks, Extensible Markup Language (XML), XQuery, Data Processing, Scripting, Computer Network Operations, Cloud Platform System, PIC Microcontroller, Marklogic, Spring-boot, Backend, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, AngularJS, Information Technology, Api Design, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Programming Languages - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/gaithersburg/21dc4f0d-36ee-46ed-b761-5c20858e5b70 ## About the Role If you've been building your skills in backend development, object-oriented programming, and mission-driven engineering, and you're ready for work that actually moves the needle, this is the kind of opportunity cleared engineers pursue when they want to grow while making real impact. If you take pride in your craft, enjoy solving meaningful technical problems, and want your work to support a mission with visibility at senior levels, you'll thrive here., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with 4-8 years of experience; or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience * US Citizenship * Active TS/SCI with the ability to successfully pass a Polygraph * Professional experience developing object-oriented applications in Java or Python * Hands-on experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs * Basic to moderate experience with SQL capability, including writing queries and working with relational databases * Working knowledge of Linux-based environments * Ability to work independently on defined tasks within established technical frameworks and deliver reliable results Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Apache Airflow or similar workflow orchestration technologies * Experience with Spring Boot, Django, or similar backend frameworks * Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, etc.) * Familiarity with containerization (Docker, OpenShift) * Exposure to cloud environments (AWS or Azure) * Experience working in Agile development environments #NSBA #MARU ## Description CI/CD Gitlab Jenkins Equities Debugging OpenShift Pipelines Operations API Design Code Review Scalability Market Data RESTful API Spring Boot Business Logic Apache Airflow Microsoft Azure Ancient History Computer Science Containerization Agile Methodology Docker (Software) Workflow Management Amazon Web Services Data Transformation Software Engineering Django (Web Framework) Object-Oriented Design SQL (Programming Language) Java (Programming Language) Back End (Software Engineering) Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Application Programming Interface (API) Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance), * High Impact: Your work supports a widely used application that drives real-time decision-making * High Visibility: Collaborate with engineering teams and mission stakeholders across programs * Career Growth: Build deeper expertise in backend development, API design, and scalable systems * Challenging Work: Contribute to complex backend features - not routine maintenance tasks, * Backend Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain backend application components using Java or Python * REST API Development: Develop and maintain RESTful services to support application functionality and system integrations * Object-Oriented Programming: Apply object-oriented design principles to build scalable and maintainable systems * Database Development: Write and modify SQL queries to support application functionality and data retrieval * Data Source Collaboration: Collaborate with internal and external teams to understand data sources, formats, and access methods, and support integration into backend systems * Linux Environments: Develop and troubleshoot applications within Linux-based environments * Data Processing & Business Logic: Implement backend logic for data transformation, processing, and system workflows * Bug Fixing & Enhancements: Identify, debug, and resolve application-level defects and performance issues * Code Quality: Follow coding standards, participate in code reviews, and support documentation efforts, All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 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