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# Software Developer II

- **Company:** TJ CONSULTING GROUP, LLC
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $155,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Programming Tools, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Git, Programming Languages
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/software-developer-ii-509975020

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of professional software development experience, or equivalent

 * Experience supporting software projects through multiple lifecycle phases

 * Experience working in secure or regulated environments preferred

Functional Responsibility:

 * Design, develop, test, and maintain software components

 * Participate in requirements analysis, estimation, and risk identification

 * Develop operational and procedural scripts

 * Conduct unit and integration testing, * Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Java, Python, C, C++, or assembly)

 * Experience using Git and modern development tools

 * Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems

 * DoD Manual 8140.03 (DoDM 8140.03) baseline certification required for the assigned role category

 * Active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph required

 * Onsite-only position requiring daily work in a secure facility

## Description

Seeking a Software Developer II who independently develops, enhances, and maintains software components supporting cyberspace capabilities. This role translates requirements into effective technical solutions while ensuring quality, security, and maintainability.


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