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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Set of X
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Software, C Sharp (Programming Language), Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Data Stores, Database Design, Database Queries, Software Debugging, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Real Time Systems, Software Application Programming, Terraform, Atlassian Bamboo, Docker, Jenkins, Artifactory
- **Published:** June 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0d10953d8d5b0fc5

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Tooling?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Experience developing and maintaining complex software systems across the full development lifecycle

 * Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, and Python
 * Experience with Windows and/or UNIX/Linux development environments
 * Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Packer, Artifactory)
 * Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Bamboo)
 * Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective software solutions
 * Experience debugging, testing, and integrating software components
 * Knowledge of database design, queries, and data repositories
 * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and on a team
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and collaboration

Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 7 years of relevant experience, or
High School diploma and 11 years of relevant experience
Clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

## Description

The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex software systems, including analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and business applications. Working independently or on a team, they design, code, test, and debug software to meet documented requirements. They analyze user needs to derive system and performance requirements, resolve defects, and ensure software quality through testing and documentation.

This role contributes to system design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, reuse of existing solutions, and integration of COTS/GOTS technologies. The engineer develops algorithms, builds and integrates software components, and creates or modifies database queries and interfaces. They also analyze system workflows, identify problem areas, and implement effective solutions while supporting and improving development processes and documentation.

Additional responsibilities include developing applications in languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, and Python for Windows or UNIX environments, as well as leveraging DevOps and CI/CD tools (e.g., Docker, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Bamboo) to build and deploy software solutions.


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