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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** AV, Inc. - **Location:** Jessup, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $185,000.0 - $215,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, User Authentication, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Github, Graph Database, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Apache Maven, Neo4j, OAuth, Public Key Infrastructure, Openid Connect, Tensorflow, Software Engineering, SSL Certificate Management, Okta, Pytorch, ReactJS, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, HuggingFace, Build Tools, Machine Learning Operations, Api Design, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8968951/senior-software-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience * Minimum 14 years of relevant experience in software engineering, modernization, or solution architecture * Strong proficiency in Java, Python, and JavaScript (ReactJS) * Experience with AWS services including EC2 and S3 * Hands-on experience with REST-based services and modern API development * Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes * Strong understanding of authentication and authorization frameworks including OAuth2 and OpenID Connect * Experience working with PKI and certificate management * Experience working in Agile development environments * Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies * Experience conducting modernization trade studies and architectural assessments * Experience with graph databases such as Amazon Neptune or Neo4j * Familiarity with AI/ML tools such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Hugging Face * Experience with identity and access management platforms such as Keycloak * Experience with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions * Familiarity with build tools such as Maven * Experience designing scalable, cloud-native architectures for mission systems * Ability to interpret ambiguity and translate high-level needs into technical solutions * Comfortable guiding junior developers and organizing tasking within collaborative teams * Experience working in fast-paced, evolving mission environments Salary Range: $185,000 - $215,000 The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data. This is a pipeline requisition posted in advance of approved headcount for future hiring needs. ## Description The primary role of the Software Engineer II is to drive research, modernization, and innovation initiatives across mission-critical systems. This role focuses on evaluating existing production environments, identifying modernization opportunities, and delivering rapid, validated solutions through structured trade studies and short-duration experiments. You will collaborate directly with mission stakeholders to assess system gaps, design fail-fast experiments, and lead proof-of-concept development efforts that influence long-term architectural direction. Your work will directly impact modernization strategies, cloud adoption, and enterprise re-architecture efforts. 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