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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Rockville, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $93,600 - $114,400
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache Ant, JIRA, Unit Testing, Configuration Management, Gradle, Graphical User Interface, Inertial Navigation Systems, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, NetBeans, Software Engineering, Subsystems, Subversion, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Software Modules, DOORS (Software), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Trident, Programming Languages
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/rockville/85814dd2-f02e-4e81-8709-86845aa62697

## About the Role

Rockville, MD, *Remote

JIRA
Junit
NetBeans
Visionary
Management
Innovation
Apache Ant
Traceability
Unit Testing
Apache Maven
Investigation
Test Planning
Computer Science
Test Engineering
Quality Assurance
Scientific Methods
Development Testing
Software Engineering
Software Development
Requirements Analysis
Configuration Management
Graphical User Interface
Engineering Design Process
Verbal Communication Skills
Inertial Navigation Systems
Python (Programming Language)
Software Development Life Cycle
Extensible Markup Language (XML), * Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics.

 * Proficiency in coding languages such as Python and Java.
 * Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Subversion.
 * Ability to implement analytical algorithms.
 * Knowledge and usage of the software development lifecycle.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Experience with tools such as Ant, Maven, or Gradle.
 * Knowledge of Swing, DOORS, JIRA, XML, and JUnit or similar unit test tools.
 * Experience or understanding of Inertial Navigation Systems.
 * Experience in developing scientific applications, NetBeans 11, and GUI module development.
 * Configuration Management experience.
 * Requirements Traceability Management.
 * Prior DoD/Navy software development experience, especially on the TRIDENT Submarine program.
 * Strong written and oral communication skills., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

We are seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile Department of War contract. The successful candidate will perform technical work that requires in-depth knowledge of coding languages and the software development life cycle. This includes performing requirements analysis, software detail design and code development, test development and execution, and problem investigation. The role requires independent work as well as collaboration with a team of highly qualified software and test engineers to design, develop, and test Scientific Analysis software used by field engineers. Additionally, the candidate may review technical ordnance documents, present program status to non-software developer audiences, and interact with internal and external customers., * Perform requirements analysis, software detail design, and code development.

 * Develop test plans and execute unit, module/integration, regression, and release tests.
 * Investigate and solve technical problems.
 * Design, develop, and test Scientific Analysis software for onboard evaluation of various Ship Subsystems.
 * Review technical ordnance documents and present program status to non-software audiences.
 * Interact with internal and external customers.
 * Maintain a working knowledge of configuration management and quality assurance principles.